Tender

Executive Recruitment Support

NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM

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15 May 2026 at 15:22

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Army Museum, a central government public authority situated on Royal Hospital Road in London, is currently at the Tender stage for the procurement process titled "Executive Recruitment Support" in the services industry category. This tender seeks to appoint a recruitment consultant to facilitate the hiring of a new Museum Director. The procurement is being conducted under an open competition method, below the threshold, ensuring a fair opportunity for all submissions. The total value of the contract is set at £24,000, with a required electronic submission by 16:00 on 8th June 2026. Interested parties should address their tender documents to tenders@nam.ac.uk, ensuring compliance with submission guidelines. The procurement covers the UKI region, with an emphasis on recruitment services.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for recruitment businesses looking to expand their portfolio within the cultural and administrative sectors. Companies that specialise in executive recruitment, particularly those with experience in public sector appointments, will find this opportunity aligns with their expertise. The process is ideally suited for SMEs and organisations with social value considerations (VCSEs) due to its suitability criteria. The evaluation criteria focus on methodology, relevant experience, capability, and pricing, making it essential for bidders to demonstrate strong past performance and strategic approaches to recruitment. The contract period will run from 29th June 2026 to 30th November 2026, providing a contract window for consultancies to deliver their specialised services effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Executive Recruitment Support

Notice Description

The National Army Museum is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced recruitment consultant to facilitate the appointment of a new Museum Director.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069a53
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049032-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 20263 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW3 4HT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Royal Hospital
Westminster Constituency
Chelsea and Fulham

Further Information

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