Tender

HM Specialist Inspector - Electrical, Control & Cyber Security (ECCS)

HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE

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25 Sep 2025 at 08:15

UK4 - Tender Notice
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19 Sep 2025 at 10:03

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), a central government public authority based in Liverpool, UK, is currently seeking recruitment agency services under a tender titled "HM Specialist Inspector - Electrical, Control & Cyber Security (ECCS)". This procurement process is at the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions on 15th October 2025. The tender involves placing suitable candidates in specialist inspector roles, with each successful candidate receiving a maximum salary of £73,500. The contractual engagement is spread across various regions in the United Kingdom, including but not limited to regions UKC to UKK. The procurement method is an open competition, classified under recruitment services (CPV code 79600000), and is conducted below the procurement threshold.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for recruitment agencies, particularly those with a focus on technical and cybersecurity roles. By participating, agencies can expand their reach into public sector staffing, potentially gaining long-term engagement with government contracts. SME suitability indicates that smaller agencies can also compete effectively, given their ability to provide specialised recruitment services. A fixed fee of £12,500 plus VAT is offered per placed candidate, presenting a lucrative option for agencies capable of sourcing high-calibre candidates that meet stringent government standards. Interested agencies need to ensure compliance with HSE's submission conditions, including consent protocols and payment terms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HM Specialist Inspector - Electrical, Control & Cyber Security (ECCS)

Notice Description

HSE are inviting recruitment agencies to submit candidates for these 4 roles subject to the following conditions: * Maximum offered salary to any successful applicant will be PS73,500 * All candidates must apply directly via Civil Service Jobs - HSE will not accept applications via any other method (such as email) * For each candidate submitted, the agency must send an email containing written consent from the candidate confirming that the agency has permission to represent them. This email should be sent to clare.barnes@hse.gov.uk * Should there be a conflict then HSE will contact the candidate directly to confirm which agency the candidate consents to represent them * Fixed fee of PS12,500 plus VAT per placed candidate * Fee to be invoiced on candidate start date * Payment terms are 30 days from invoice date * Should the candidate leave, rebate terms are: 100% of fee - within the first 4 weeks, 50% of fee - within weeks 5-8, 25% of fee - within weeks 9-12

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059df6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059492-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Oct 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE
Contact Name
Clare Barnes
Contact Email
clare.barnes@hse.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L20 7HS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Linacre
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Further Information

Notice Documents

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