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title: "Approach to talent identification and development independent assessment"
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# Approach to talent identification and development independent assessment

Buyer: CABINET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3d9121ec-91fb-49ee-a13b-d370cd4f0c07

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## Summary

The Cabinet Office has initiated a procurement process titled "Approach to talent identification and development independent assessment," classified under human resources management consultancy services. The procurement falls under the services category and has a direct award procurement method. The delivery location is specified as SW1A 2AS, England, indicating a connection to the Cabinet Office's London address. The process is presently in the Award stage, with the contract awarded on 17th July 2026, and set to continue until 30th November 2026. The total contract value is £70,000, and the procurement is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in human resources and consultancy services, particularly those that focus on talent identification and development within governmental or large organisational frameworks. The contract's alignment with SME-friendly procurement guidelines makes it an attractive proposition for smaller businesses seeking to demonstrate their expertise in providing evidence-based assessments. SMEs in the consultancy industry with capabilities to assess and provide policy recommendations have the potential to leverage this contract to build a professional relationship with the Cabinet Office, providing a platform for further business growth.

## Notice

Requirement for a review of the current Civil Service approach to talent identification and development to provide an independent assessment of current arrangements and generate evidence-based recommendations to inform future policy

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba67dc1e-fcc0-4c29-821a-b2c1ec280a0e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Jul 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,000 |
| 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 | CABINET OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2AS |
| 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 | JH COACHING AND ADVISORY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79414000 - Human resources management consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Jul 2026 at 14:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba67dc1e-fcc0-4c29-821a-b2c1ec280a0e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba67dc1e-fcc0-4c29-821a-b2c1ec280a0e
  20th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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