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Executive Search, Selection Services

CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL

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24 Apr 2026 at 08:11

Summary of the contracting process

Cheshire East Council has recently awarded a contract for executive search and selection services as part of its tendering process. The council, located in Crewe, UK, sought assistance for the recruitment of six roles within its borough and opted for a direct procurement method without competition, below the threshold. The procurement falls under the industry category of recruitment services and is classified as a service contract. The awarded contract commenced on 22 April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31 July 2026, with an agreement signed swiftly by 21 April 2026. PENNA PLC, a reputed SME based in London, has been selected as the supplier, indicating the active stage of completion in this procurement process.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the recruitment industry, especially those proficient in executive search and selection services, to explore potential collaborations with public authorities. Companies such as PENNA PLC, which possess a strong track record in handling recruitment service contracts, are well-suited to compete in similar opportunities. While the current tender has been awarded without competition, it sets a groundwork for businesses to align with public sector demand, thus enabling growth through delivering specialised recruitment expertise for governmental entities.

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Notice Title

Executive Search, Selection Services

Notice Description

Executive Search and Selection for 6 roles for Cheshire East Borough Council

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068a45
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037370-2026
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

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
£77,760 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Contract Period
21 Apr 2026 - 31 Jul 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
CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CREWE
Postcode
CW1 2JZ
Post Town
Crewe
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD62 Cheshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire East
Electoral Ward
Crewe Central
Westminster Constituency
Crewe and Nantwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PENNA

Further Information

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