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09 Jun 2026 at 13:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Business & Trade undertook a public procurement process entitled "Global Talent Elite Pipeline", aimed at engaging top international talent to support UK growth. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically recruitment services, and is located in London, United Kingdom. The process followed a direct procurement method below the threshold and did not involve competition. It has reached the award stage, with Russell Reynolds Associates Limited being the awarded supplier. The contract commenced on 8th June 2026 and is set to conclude on 8th December 2026, with a gross contract value of £135,000.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in recruitment services, particularly those with expertise in identifying and engaging international talent. The focus on building a talent pipeline in key sectors presents a strategic opportunity for companies to extend their services within and beyond the UK. Businesses with existing international networks and the capability to provide insightful data and outreach would be well-suited to pursue such contracts in the future.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Global Talent Elite Pipeline

Notice Description

This requirement is to support the Global Talent Taskforce by finding and engaging top international talent that can contribute to UK growth. The work involves using data, expert insight, and direct outreach to identify and prioritise individuals in key sectors and regions. The aim is to create a strong, practical pipeline of high-value candidates, while also generating insights to help shape the Taskforce's longer-term strategy and approach.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b102
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054362-2026
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
Large

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
£108,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 2026 - 8 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS & TRADE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2DY
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)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RUSSELL REYNOLDS ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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