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250286 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Specialist and Executive Search Services

QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST

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Summary of the contracting process

Queen's University Belfast, located in Belfast, United Kingdom, has initiated a procurement process by issuing a tender for the "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Specialist and Executive Search Services". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically recruitment and personnel services (CPV codes: 79600000 and 79630000), with an estimated value of £5,235,000 gross. The procurement uses an open procedure and covers regions including the island of Ireland, Great Britain, the EU, and international locations. The tender aims to establish a closed framework agreement split into multiple lots, each catering to different roles, both temporary and permanent, across academic and professional services. The tender process includes important dates such as the enquiry period ending on 23 February 2026 and the tender period ending on 9 March 2026. The framework is intended to begin on 1 June 2026, with a potential renewal for up to 36 months upon satisfactory performance.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in executive search services, especially those with experience in international recruitment within higher education and other sectors. Suppliers are required to demonstrate expertise in identifying highly qualified candidates, including directors and heads of academic operations, with a focus on diversity and inclusion. The tender process anticipates appointing three suppliers per lot, offering chances for firms to access a diverse set of roles across various geographic and professional sectors. Firms well-positioned to compete are those adept at networking, advertising, and market search, capable of providing high-quality candidates for roles both within the UK and internationally. Businesses with a strong track record in responsible procurement and quality assurance would find this tender especially suited to their capabilities. The opportunities are structured to foster long-term collaborations through call-off contracts, encouraging sustainable business growth.

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Notice Title

250286 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Specialist and Executive Search Services

Notice Description

The University wishes to establish a framework for the provision of Specialist and Executive Search Services. The appointed suppliers will deliver diverse, high-quality candidates as required for the role, through a combination of market search, networking and advertising. The successful suppliers must be able to demonstrate a strong working knowledge of the employment markets from which candidates may be drawn. This will include Higher Education institutions but also other sectors where relevant candidates may be found. There should be a strong focus upon the employment markets within the island of Ireland as well as Great Britain, the EU and internationally. The appointed suppliers will be expected to have a proven track record to work closely with the relevant leadership team in attracting a suitable and diverse pool of highly qualified candidates for the scope of the positions covered under the respective lots they are appointed under. Further detail is provided within the Specification. Queen's intends, following the process outlined in this ITT, to establish a closed Framework Agreement for the provision of Specialist and Executive Search Services. The Framework Agreement will be split into Lots as further detailed below and Queen's envisages that, following the process outlined in the ITT and TRP. Lot 1A: Temporary Specialist Roles Lot 1B: Permanent Specialist Roles Lot 2A: Temporary Executive level roles for Professional Services Lot 2B: Permanent Executive level roles for Professional Services Lot 3A: Temporary Executive level roles for Academic Operations Lot 3B: Permanent Executive level roles for Academic Operations Lot 4: International roles for overseas locations Following the process outlined in this ITT and TRP, Queen's intends to appoint 3 Suppliers to each lot of the Framework Agreement and Call-Off Contracts will be awarded in accordance with the Call-Off Procedure provided with this ITT.

Lot Information

Lot 1A: Temporary Specialist Roles

This lot is for the search and selection of highly qualified candidates for specialist temporary roles in both academic and professional services areas. The Supplier is required to identify suitable candidates to fill roles normally at Grade 7 to 10 (or academic grades AC2 to Professorial Range 4). Temporary positions are likely to be for a minimum of 12 months' cover, such as interim appointments or maternity leave cover, in some cases appointments may be required for a shorter period.

Renewal: The Framework shall be for a period of 1 year, subject to satisfactory annual review, with the option to extend the contract by up to a further 36 Months.

Lot 1B: Permanent Specialist Roles

This lot is for the search and selection of highly qualified candidates for specialist permanent roles in both academic and professional services areas. The Supplier is required to identify suitable candidates to fill roles normally at Grade 7 to 10 (or academic grades AC2 to Professorial Range 4).

Renewal: The Framework shall be for a period of 1 year, subject to satisfactory annual review, with the option to extend the contract by up to a further 36 Months.

Lot 2A: Temporary Executive level roles for Professional Services

This lot is for the search and selection of highly qualified candidates for executive level temporary roles in Professional Services (Non-Academic Operations). The Supplier is required to identify suitable candidates to fill the roles of Director and above, with a salary of over PS112k per annum. Temporary positions are likely to be for a minimum of 12 months' cover, such as interim appointments or maternity leave cover, in some cases appointments may be required for a shorter period.

Renewal: The Framework shall be for a period of 1 year, subject to satisfactory annual review, with the option to extend the contract by up to a further 36 Months.

Lot 2B: Permanent Executive level roles for Professional Services

This lot is for the search and selection of highly qualified candidates for executive level permanent roles in Professional Services (Non-Academic Operations). The Supplier is required to have the expertise in both national and international markets to identify suitable candidates to fill the roles of Director and above.

Renewal: The Framework shall be for a period of 1 year, subject to satisfactory annual review, with the option to extend the contract by up to a further 36 Months.

Lot 3A: Temporary Executive level roles for Academic Operations

This lot is for the search and selection of highly qualified candidates for executive level temporary roles in Academic Operations. The Supplier is required to have the expertise in both national and international markets to identify suitable candidates to fill the roles of Head of School and above. Temporary positions are likely to be for a minimum of 12 months' cover, such as interim appointments or maternity leave cover, in some cases appointments may be required for a shorter period.

Renewal: The Framework shall be for a period of 1 year, subject to satisfactory annual review, with the option to extend the contract by up to a further 36 Months.

Lot 3B: Permanent Executive level roles for Academic Operations

This lot is for the search and selection of highly qualified candidates for executive level permanent roles in Academic Operations. The Supplier is required to have the expertise in both national and international markets to identify suitable candidates to fill the roles of Head of School and above.

Renewal: The Framework shall be for a period of 1 year, subject to satisfactory annual review, with the option to extend the contract by up to a further 36 Months.

Lot 4: International Roles for Overseas Locations

This lot is for the search and selection of highly qualified candidates for both academic and professional services roles based in overseas locations. The Supplier is required to have the expertise in both national and international markets to identify suitable candidates to fill the roles based in overseas locations normally with a salary from PS45,349 per annum (for example, any international Queen's University campus).

Renewal: The Framework shall be for a period of 1 year, subject to satisfactory annual review, with the option to extend the contract by up to a further 36 Months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064968
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019152-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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

79630000 - Personnel services except placement and supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,362,500 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,362,500 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2030-02-04

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT7 1NN
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

Notice Documents

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