Planning

Recruitment Services Framework

BELIEVE HOUSING LIMITED

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Planning

21 Nov 2025 at 11:25

Summary of the contracting process

BELIEVE HOUSING LIMITED, a sub-central government public authority based in Seaham, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Recruitment Services Framework". This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on recruitment and related business services. Interested parties should note the deadline for completing the Engagement Questionnaire by 12noon on 5th December 2025. The procurement is structured as a framework agreement, with the contract period expected to commence on 1st May 2026 and conclude by 30th April 2028, with potential extensions until 30th April 2030.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in recruitment services and related business sectors. The framework agreement is particularly advantageous for SMEs and VCSEs, as it is designed to be inclusive of such entities. Companies capable of delivering comprehensive recruitment solutions across the region would be well-positioned to benefit from the contract, providing a potential avenue for business expansion and increased market presence. Potential suppliers should prepare for the forthcoming notice date on 16th January 2026, as this could offer further insights and preparation opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Recruitment Services Framework

Notice Description

Recruitment Services Framework - to access the documentation please visit believe housing's e-tendering portal inTend at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/believehousing/aspx/Home

Planning Information

Please complete Engagement Questionnaire. Please use the document provided. Deadline is 12noon on 05th December 2025.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e627
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075958-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

79600000 - Recruitment services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Jan 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BELIEVE HOUSING LIMITED
Contact Name
Naomi Noble
Contact Email
procurement@believehousing.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SEAHAM
Postcode
SR7 7TT
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC14 Durham

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Dawdon
Westminster Constituency
Easington

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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