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Tender

29 Jul 2026 at 11:31

Summary of the contracting process

Leeds Trinity University is seeking to engage in an open public procurement process to establish a framework for In-Region Representative Support Services for International Student Recruitment. This active tender, classified under marketing management consultancy and recruitment services, focuses on the educational sector and targets specific global regions. The procurement involves significant opportunities in Nigeria and West Africa, India, Nepal, Pakistan, China, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Central Asia. Potential suppliers must submit proposals before the tender period closes on 28 August 2026. The award is expected to be confirmed by 14 September 2026, with contracts beginning from 28 September 2026. The process will not require reopening competition under the agreed framework, which is set to last until 2030, with an option to expand territories at a later stage.

This tender presents a substantial growth opportunity for businesses specializing in international recruitment and higher education services. Companies with strong regional networks, a solid track record in staffing and consultancy, and the capacity to manage compliance and risk effectively are well-positioned to compete. The value of this procurement process, amounting to approximately GBP 3.67 million, can bolster business growth for organisations capable of delivering marketing and recruitment services tailored to the diverse educational markets specified. The open procurement method and electronic submission policy further streamline the process for interested parties. This opportunity is particularly suitable for businesses with experience in facilitating global educational exchanges and a presence or interest in the specified territories.

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Notice Title

In-Region Representative Support Services for International Student Recruitment

Notice Description

Leeds Trinity University seeks to establish a framework of representatives in specific global regions to provide support services for international student recruitment.

Lot Information

Nigeria, and West Africa

In-Region Representative support for student recruitment: Nigeria, and West Africa

Options: Additional territories may be included to the regions at later date.

India, Nepal, and Pakistan

In-Region Representative support for student recruitment: India, Nepal, and Pakistan

Options: Additional territories may be included to the regions at later date.

China, Southeast Asia, Middle East, and Central Asia

In-Region Representative support for student recruitment: China, Southeast Asia, Middle East, and Central Asia

Options: Additional territories may be included to the regions at later date.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d65b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071662-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

80 - Education and training services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

79342000 - Marketing services

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

79600000 - Recruitment services

80300000 - Higher education services

98910000 - Services specific to international organisations and bodies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,674,080 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,674,080 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2033-02-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEEDS TRINITY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS18 5HD
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Horsforth
Westminster Constituency
Leeds North West

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