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Interim Recruitment - NSIP Consultant Planner

EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL

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27 Apr 2026 at 13:44

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Lindsey District Council has completed its procurement process through a direct award to Sarto Thomas Ltd for Interim Recruitment services specific to NSIP Consultant Planner roles. The procurement method involved a direct award to ensure continuity in service, as the existing consultant possesses critical expertise and ongoing project familiarity. This award encompasses delivery within the UK, with services continuing from 19 May 2026 to 18 May 2027, and offers an option for a 12-month extension. The contract, valued at £357,400, is part of the recruitment services industry category, highlighting its importance within the public authority sector. The procurement phase is under the Award tag, signifying completion, with the related legal basis under the procurement act 2023 ensuring compliance and transparency according to regulatory standards.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in recruitment services, particularly those who can provide niche expertise and ensure service continuity without disruption. Small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in consulting and recruitment services can leverage similar tenders to expand their client portfolios, participate in public sector procurement, and demonstrate their capability in fulfilling roles that demand specialised knowledge. As the council aims to implement long-term planning strategies, businesses offering interim recruitment solutions that align with public sector requirements stand well-positioned for future procurement engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim Recruitment - NSIP Consultant Planner

Notice Description

The Council intends to enter into a direct award for the continued provision of specialist recruitment services with Sarto Thomas Ltd, retaining the same consultant currently engaged on assignment. Services will be delivered by Sarto Thomas Ltd, while the Purchase Order and payment arrangements will be made through 3R Finance Ltd, their authorised factoring company

Procurement Information

This Transparency Notice is issued in accordance with Section 44 of the Procurement Act 2023 and Regulation 26 of the Procurement Regulations 2024, which require publication of a transparency notice prior to making a direct award. The Council intends to enter into a direct award for the continued provision of specialist recruitment services with Sarto Thomas Ltd, retaining the same consultant currently engaged on assignment. Services will be delivered by Sarto Thomas Ltd, while the Purchase Order and payment arrangements will be made through 3R Finance Ltd, their authorised factoring company. The direct award is made under the permitted justification in Schedule 5 (technical reasons), as the continuation of the existing consultant is necessary to maintain service continuity and avoid disruption to the current recruitment programme. The consultant has specialist knowledge of the roles, candidate pipeline, and compliance requirements, and replacing them at this stage would result in significant duplication of work, delay and inefficiency. The proposed direct award will extend the current arrangement for an initial period of 12 months, with an option to extend for a further 12 months. This approach ensures continuity of service while providing the Council with sufficient time to plan and implement a future procurement strategy in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068bc5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038103-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£357,400 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 18 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST LINDSEY DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

PUBLIC SECTOR PARTNERSHIP SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HORNCASTLE
Postcode
LN9 6PH
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SARTO THOMAS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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