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GCPO Executive Search

CABINET OFFICE

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14 Nov 2025 at 07:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "GCPO Executive Search" was conducted by the Cabinet Office, located at 70 Whitehall, London, England. It involved an executive search and selection service in the recruitment services category, classified under CPV code 79600000. This selective procurement was executed through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract running from 17th October 2025 to 16th October 2026. The tender stage concluded on 14th October 2025, and the award was finalised on 24th October 2025. The total contract value is £45,000, and the procurement status is complete.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in recruitment services, specifically those capable of undertaking executive search and selection. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this type of contract particularly beneficial to bolster their public sector portfolio, although the contract has been awarded to IRG Advisors LLP (Odgers). Engaging in such procurements can enhance a business’s reputation and provide a steady stream of revenue, making it ideal for companies seeking growth through increased exposure to government contracts.

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Notice Title

GCPO Executive Search

Notice Description

Executive search and selection

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dabb14e0-a1a4-4814-8f07-4e3942a555f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12d24221-56c8-460b-a356-9576c035c044
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
16 Oct 2025 - 16 Oct 2026 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

IRG ADVISORS LLP (ODGERS

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