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15 Jul 2026 at 17:05

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03 Jul 2026 at 12:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is focused on delivering "SLP Workforce - International Recruitment Employability Support for SWL Cas." This project, under the public authority sub-central government classification, addresses the need for placement services of personnel across six London Boroughs, with the contract executed by Aim Solutions Limited. The contract commenced on 1st June 2026 and is set to conclude on 1st March 2027. This procurement, classified under the services category, was conducted via a direct procurement method, allowing for a below-threshold, non-competitive approach, with the contract officially signed on the 1st of June 2026. The location for this contract is Richmond, within the UKI75 region, with a gross value of £60,000.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the recruitment and employability support sectors, particularly those experienced in international recruitment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as Aim Solutions Limited, which are proficient in delivering high-quality personnel placement services, can gain significant exposure and experience through such partnerships. This collaboration, with its focus on recruitment across multiple London Boroughs, provides a stepping stone for SMEs aiming to expand their portfolio and engage with public-sector clients, enhancing their growth potential and market presence within the UK.

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Notice Title

SLP Workforce - International Recruitment Employability Support for SWL Cas

Notice Description

South London Partnership (SLP) International Recruitment Employability support for case workers covering 6 London Boroughs paid by Richmond Contract start date 1st June 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c36c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066989-2026
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79610000 - Placement services of personnel

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF RICHMOND UPON THAMES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW1 3BZ
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Twickenham Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AIM SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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