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Award

05 Jun 2026 at 13:46

Award

19 Dec 2025 at 16:41

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process undertaken by Dacorum Borough Council involved the temporary employment of two Licensing Officers. The contract was awarded to THE OYSTER PARTNERSHIP LIMITED, a supplier based in London, to address a temporary staffing requirement, including covering sickness and filling a vacant role. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically the supply services of personnel. The process, completed under a direct method 'below threshold - without competition,' indicates a swift decision-making process by the council, facilitating rapid fulfilment of staffing needs in Hemel Hempstead. The contract commenced on 5th May 2026 and is set to conclude on 5th August 2026, with a total gross value of GBP 48,000.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialised in temporary staffing and recruitment services, particularly those with expertise in licensing and regulatory roles. The project necessitated a quick response and seamless integration of personnel into existing operations, showcasing the demand for reliable and qualified suppliers in the public sector. Whilst the procurement method was direct and non-competitive, understanding such demand patterns can prepare businesses for future opportunities within public administration in the UK, particularly for those capable of responding swiftly to similar staffing needs.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Temp employment of 2 Licensing Officers

Notice Description

Temp employment of 2 Licensing Officers - one covering sickness and the other a vacant role

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fade
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053396-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£102,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20256 months ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 5 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DACORUM BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
Postcode
HP1 1DN
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Dacorum
Electoral Ward
Hemel Hempstead Town
Westminster Constituency
Hemel Hempstead

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE OYSTER PARTNERSHIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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