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Recruitment of an Interim Deputy Director of Estates and Facilities

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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27 Feb 2026 at 11:16

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia, situated in Norwich, is engaged in a completed procurement process for the recruitment of an Interim Deputy Director of Estates and Facilities. This contract, under the industry category of recruitment services, commenced on 23rd February 2026 and will conclude on 26th June 2026, with Castlefield Recruitment based in Leeds selected as the supplier. The procurement process followed the below threshold methodology, highlighting the University's approach to procurement within sub-central government public authorities. The legal framework adhered to the UK Public General Acts of 2023, indicating compliance with established UK legislation.

This tender offers businesses an excellent chance to engage in specialised recruitment services, particularly those with expertise in supplying interim management staff for public sector roles. The contract, valued at £79,050 GBP, signifies a substantial opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Castlefield Recruitment to enhance their portfolio and gain notable exposure within the public sector landscape. Firms that provide agile and swift recruitment solutions and possess experience in facilities management personnel placement are well-positioned to thrive in similar future opportunities from the University and similar bodies.

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Notice Title

Recruitment of an Interim Deputy Director of Estates and Facilities

Notice Description

The UEA requires the recruitment of an Interim Deputy Director of estates and Facilities to support the current director.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065e10
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017795-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£79,050 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 26 Jun 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
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CASTLEFIELD RECRUITMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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