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DG Role DEFRA

CABINET OFFICE

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08 May 2026 at 11:29

Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has completed a public procurement process titled "DG Role DEFRA," focusing on executive search and selection services within the recruitment sector. This procurement was managed as a selective tender through a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically designed for delivering recruitment services in the United Kingdom. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded for a one-year term starting from 7th May 2026 to 6th May 2027. The total contract value is £37,000. Given its nature, this procurement aligns with services identified under CPV code 79600000. Key dates included the closing of the tender period on 29th April 2026.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in recruiting and professional placement services to engage with high-profile government roles and expand their portfolio within the public sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), in particular, are considered well-suited to participate in such tenders, given their flexibility and agility in delivering specialised services. Saxton Bampflyde, an SME, was successfully selected as the supplier for this contract, showcasing that smaller enterprises can effectively meet the strategic requirements of the Cabinet Office and similar public bodies.

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Notice Title

DG Role DEFRA

Notice Description

Executive Search and Selection Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d3adb20-7900-4eef-8238-7797c6091791
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 May 2026 - 6 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAXTON BAMPFLYDE

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