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title: "Interim Associate (Programme Co-ordinator), Major Projects"
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# Interim Associate (Programme Co-ordinator), Major Projects

Buyer: O F W A T  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-57b76e03-ddcb-49ea-b901-399b727f40f1

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## Summary

The procurement process for the role of Interim Associate (Programme Co-ordinator) for Major Projects under ESPO Framework 3S-22 has been completed as of 10th March 2026. Managed by O F W A T, based in Birmingham, the procurement seeks services within the human resources industry category, specifically supply services of personnel including temporary staff. The contract, valued at £64,029.24, has been awarded to Sanctuary Personnel Limited, with delivery expected in the West Midlands and London, from 9th March 2026 to 8th March 2027. It followed a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, favouring SMEs for suitability.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for enterprises specializing in HR services, particularly those capable of delivering efficient contract management and programme delivery. Businesses adept at providing administrative support, managing budgets and contracts, and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams stand to benefit. With involvement from sectors like Finance, Procurement, IT, and Facilities, companies with a comprehensive service offering will find this contract appealing. Furthermore, the emphasis on temporary staffing services makes it particularly attractive to SMEs aiming to expand their footprint in major projects coordination within the UK.

## Notice

Awarded under ESPO Framework 3S-22 Strategic HR Services, Lot 1a - Admin, HR & Business Support to a single Service Provider. As Interim Associate (Programme Co-ordinator), Major Projects: As an Associate working within Major Projects, will work closely with the programme management team and colleagues in the team to aid the effective and efficient contract management framework, and provide general support on programme delivery. Key Deliverables: 1. Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Major Projects programme, including maintaining accurate records, trackers and documentation. 2. Support the organisation, storage and version control of contract and programme files in line with governance requirements. 3. Assist with budget and contract administration, including raising and tracking purchase orders, receipting invoices and updating spend and contract trackers. 4. Support the processing of onboarding and offboarding of consultancy resources, ensuring required documentation and system updates are completed. 5. Assist with the preparation of contract, financial and supplier information for governance meetings and reporting. 6. Liaise with Finance, Procurement, IT, Facilities and People teams to support smooth programme and contract administration. 7. Provide general administrative support for programme governance activities, including meeting coordination, documentation and follow-up actions. 8. Support with internal and external events.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caa174cd-1847-4ebf-bffa-f25752cfeae3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £64,029 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £64,029 |
| 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 | O F W A T |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B5 4UA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SANCTUARY PERSONNEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2026 at 14:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caa174cd-1847-4ebf-bffa-f25752cfeae3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/caa174cd-1847-4ebf-bffa-f25752cfeae3
  10th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ofwat.gov.uk

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