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CSP26457 - Fees for agency recruitment - ESRC Executive Director of Data, Talent and AI

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the position of ESRC Executive Director of Data, Talent and AI was conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited, headquartered in Swindon, England. This contract, titled "CSP26457 - Fees for agency recruitment - ESRC Executive Director of Data, Talent and AI," falls under the industry category of personnel supply services, including temporary staff, classified under CPV code 79620000. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender was at the award stage with Perret Laver Ltd as the successful supplier. The contract, valued at £25,000, began on 4th May 2026 and will end on 1st August 2026. The scope of services is intended for delivery within the United Kingdom.

This award notice presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in executive and non-executive recruitment services. With a preference for service providers who are adept at competitive recruitment for high-level positions, this project suits both large agencies and those with expertise in executive placements. Although the procurement process has concluded, similar business opportunities may arise through framework agreements with UK Shared Business Services Limited, particularly for businesses capable of delivering personnel services to government and large organisations.

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Notice Title

CSP26457 - Fees for agency recruitment - ESRC Executive Director of Data, Talent and AI

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION***** UK Research and Innovation require ESRC Executive Director of Data, Talent and AI which has been procured and awarded following a Direct Award via Executive & Non Executive Recruitment Services Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a07dcfca-4576-46af-aaab-02eb806cc702
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

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 1 Aug 2026 1-6 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
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PERRET LAVER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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