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Planning

15 Jul 2026 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by MHS Homes Group, a sub-central government public authority based in Chatham, UK, is currently in the planning stage. This tender, titled "Temporary and Permanent Recruitment Agencies Framework for MHS Homes", falls under the services industry category, specifically recruitment services. The MHS Homes intends to establish a framework agreement covering six lots for various role areas, allowing for direct awards and mini-competitions among awarded suppliers. The framework, with a projected start on 2nd November 2026, will run until 1st November 2028 and may be extended to 2030. Interested suppliers should engage in the pre-market engagement, with a key deadline being 24th July 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for recruitment agencies, particularly those with experience and capability to serve public sector clients, to gain business growth through a long-term relationship with MHS Homes. SMEs are encouraged to participate, providing a chance to secure valuable contracts and increase their market presence. The lots within this framework will accommodate varied recruitment needs, presenting various avenues for agencies to specialise and cater to specific role areas. Engaging early in the pre-market phase is essential for businesses to align their offerings with MHS Homes' requirements and increase their chances of success.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Temporary and Permanent Recruitment Agencies Framework for MHS Homes

Notice Description

MHS Homes is looking to undertake a tender for a Temporary and Permanent Recruitment Agencies Framework. It is envisaged there will be 6 lots covering different role areas. The framework will allow MHS Homes to undertake a direct award or mini-competition to awarded suppliers.

Planning Information

The aim of this pre-market engagement is to understand supplier interest in each of the proposed lots and the framework as a whole, and to make any adjustments to the proposed procurement where necessary. To respond to this PME, please complete the MS Form found on the link below: https://forms.office.com/e/GuD5WHzXFw

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc1f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066880-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 1 Nov 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MHS HOMES GROUP
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4LL
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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