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SCS 4- Role TBC

CABINET OFFICE

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15 May 2026 at 09:42

Summary of the contracting process

The Cabinet Office has completed the procurement process for "SCS 4- Role TBC," which involves executive search and selective services, under the industry category of recruitment services. This process, classified under CPV code 79600000, is based in the United Kingdom and was managed through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 12th May 2026, and the contract runs from 13th May 2026 to 12th May 2027. The total contract value amounts to £65,500 GBP. Notably, this process reached the award stage with Russell Reynolds Associates Ltd identified as the supplier.

This procurement presents growth opportunities particularly for businesses involved in recruitment services, especially those capable of providing executive search solutions. As the procurement method was selective, organisations familiar with working under framework agreements are well-positioned to benefit. While the contract is already awarded, similar tenders in the future could be advantageous for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) seeking to establish closer ties within government procurement processes. Additionally, engaging in such selective tenders can offer businesses a stable revenue stream and a reputation boost from collaborating with high-profile government entities like the Cabinet Office.

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Notice Title

SCS 4- Role TBC

Notice Description

Executive Search and Selective Services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ca82a76a-6ff2-4336-87d8-b086f02b0d78
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/58a0e2fc-3df3-4a94-b84d-a99d8cb92709
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
Large

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
£65,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£65,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 May 2026 - 12 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

RUSSELL REYNOLDS ASSOCIATES

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