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Provision of specialist executive search services for 2 x Non Executive roles within the Scottish Government qA1916986

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, based in Glasgow, has completed a procurement process for the provision of specialist executive search services aimed at filling two Non-Executive roles within the government. The contract, part of the RM6290 Executive & Non Executive Recruitment Services framework, is categorised under general public services with the CPV code 79600000. Conducted using an open procedure, the procurement falls under the services category and covers the UKM region. The award notice was issued on 12 May 2025, and the contract was signed on 30 April 2025, valued at GBP 25,000.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in executive search services, particularly those with experience in the public sector and an understanding of Scotland's operating environment. It is well-suited for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) like GatenbySanderson, the winning supplier. SMEs with the capability to manage candidate communication processes and collaborate with appointment panels are ideal candidates to compete in similar future tenders, promoting business growth through involvement in public sector recruitment.

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Notice Title

Provision of specialist executive search services for 2 x Non Executive roles within the Scottish Government qA1916986

Notice Description

Provision of specialist executive search services for 2 x Non Executive roles within the Scottish Government qA1916986

Lot Information

Lot 1

We require a specialist executive search service to identify potential candidates for 2 x Non Executive roles within the Scottish Government. We require an agency who understands the operating context in Scotland and who has experience appointing for roles in Scottish public sector. The selected agency will : -lead on all aspects of the appointments, contributing to agreed finalised job specifications, adverts and applicant information. -be responsible for advertising openly via the web on their own microsite for the two roles, specifying the application process which they will lead entirely off their website, processing all personal data in accordance with UK DPA 2018. -manage all communications with candidates, confirming receipt of all application materials and requirements -design and lead the sift process in collaboration with the Appointments Panel, and put forward recommendations for sift to the Panel. -meet with the Panel in relation to the sift in mid-June and will communicate sift outcome to candidates for both successful and unsuccessful candidates. -lead the process of conducting short context conversations with strongest candidates to inform Final panel interviews, capturing and documenting evidence across all criteria and sharing this with the Panel. -support final Panel interviews, as required by the Panel and capture evidence and support moderation as required. The contract managers for this contract are Claire Wainwright (Claire.Wainwright@gov.scot) and Kirsty Walker (Kirsty.Walker2@gov.scot).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000798614
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530139
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£25,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312442500

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GATENBYSANDERSON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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