C0167 - Central Contract Recruitment

THE NATIONAL LOTTERY COMMUNITY FUND

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Award

12 Jun 2026 at 12:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process described pertains to a direct award contract titled "C0167 - Central Contract Recruitment" managed by The National Lottery Community Fund. The procurement falls under the "Recruitment services" industry category, with a wide geographical scope including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world. Initially valued at £400,000, the contract covers a 12-month term beginning on 16th May 2026, with an option for a one-year extension at an additional £100,000. The contract completion status and procurement method as a direct award via the ESPO Framework Agreement were finalised on 13th May 2026. The award process is complete, having transitioned from the tender stage, ensuring strategic HR services are secured in line with the procurement timeline.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the recruitment services industry to engage with a prominent public sector entity like The National Lottery Community Fund. Companies specializing in providing strategic HR services can leverage this contract to expand their reach and reputation within the public sector. It is particularly suitable for SMEs, as indicated by the procurement's suitability criteria. The extensive geographical reach and value of the contract provide ample room for businesses looking to grow by providing comprehensive recruitment solutions across multiple regions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

C0167 - Central Contract Recruitment

Notice Description

This is a direct award made via framework Strategic HR Services pursuant to the ESPO Framework Agreement (reference 3S-22). The term of the term of the contract is for 12 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The value of the contract is 400,000 for the intial term, and PS100,000 for the extension period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e0682050-aece-4a03-b774-edb8f8196461
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ac075f6-0401-42b1-b268-4582f7dc9f37
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 May 2026 - 16 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NATIONAL LOTTERY COMMUNITY FUND
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 1TR
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MORGAN HUNT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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