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CSP26317 - Psychometric testing

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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06 Mar 2026 at 12:01

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process involves UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) as the buying organisation, headquartered at Polaris House, Swindon, United Kingdom. The contract titled "CSP26317 - Psychometric testing" falls under the industry category of Company health services. The procurement stage is at completion, with significant dates including the contract signing on 4th March 2026 and the contract period from 5th March to 29th May 2026. This direct procurement method was executed below the threshold and without competition, emphasising the bespoke nature of these services required for psychometric testing in senior roles.

The procurement identifies opportunities for businesses specialising in psychometric testing and company health services, highlighting Nick Hastings Consulting Ltd, an SME based in Berkhamsted, as the contracted supplier. Although the contract was awarded without competition due to the specificity of required services, similar organisations can position themselves for future opportunities by showcasing distinct competencies in this niche. Businesses with expertise in advanced psychological assessments and executive-level consultancy services are well-suited to respond to such specialised needs within central government projects.

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Notice Title

CSP26317 - Psychometric testing

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition there are no reasonable alternatives to those services. . Contract details notice for the supply of Psychometric testing for Senior roles to UKRI

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066403
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020323-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85147000 - Company health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£13,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 Mar 2026 - 29 May 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
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NICK HASTINGS CONSULTING

Further Information

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