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title: "Executive Agency Support for SCS3 Permanent Recruitment Campaign"
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# Executive Agency Support for SCS3 Permanent Recruitment Campaign

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c16ed48-e541-46ff-94f3-0918d16e9421

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## Summary

The "Executive Agency Support for SCS3 Permanent Recruitment Campaign" contracting process, initiated by the Department for Business and Trade, has reached the award stage, with a value of £65,000. This service category tender, classified under recruitment services (CPV 79600000), was awarded to Korn Ferry, a large-scale supplier, to source candidates with expertise in banking or finance. The contract, spanning from 13th January to 13th April 2026, covers diverse locations, including the UK, Europe, and other regions, and is part of a dynamic purchasing system's call-off mechanism. The procurement method followed was selective, indicating careful selection of potential suppliers.

This procurement represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses capable of providing high-calibre recruitment services, especially those with experience in the banking and finance sectors. SMEs could particularly benefit, given the project's suitability for small and medium enterprises. Participating in such tenders can enhance a business's portfolio, expand its clientele base, and provide access to government contracts, fostering significant growth. The engagement with a reputable entity like the Department for Business and Trade can also enhance a firm's industry credibility and lead to further business opportunities in public sector recruitment.

## Notice

Executive Agency Support for SCS3 Permanent Recruitment Campaign: We require a supplier who will be able to run a seamless process where the Permanent Secretary is the Hiring Manager and ensure they source credible private sector candidates with a banking or finance background.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9db04fe-01ef-4d76-97d5-82008783ea82 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Jan 2026 - 13 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £65,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £65,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KORN FERRY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2026 at 11:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9db04fe-01ef-4d76-97d5-82008783ea82

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9db04fe-01ef-4d76-97d5-82008783ea82
  15th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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