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title: "Independent Governor Recruitment"
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# Independent Governor Recruitment

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-58a742b3-17ef-47e9-86d9-22c3037384b3

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## Summary

The University of Derby issued a tender titled "Independent Governor Recruitment" as part of a competitive procurement process for recruitment services, specifically targeting the Higher Education sector. The tender was officially awarded on 12 January 2021, with the procurement method classified as a limited competitive quotation below threshold. The contract period for the successful bidder runs from 24 January 2021 to 23 January 2025, with a contract value of £85,000. The tender's delivery address is located in Derby, England, and the submission deadline for quotations was on 8 January 2021.

This procurement opportunity opens avenues for businesses with expertise in recruitment services, especially those experienced in board-level placements within the Higher Education sector and having familiarity with the Government Skills agenda. Companies that can provide specialised recruitment solutions may find this tender highly suitable, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate a successful track record in similar engagements. Engaging in such contracts allows businesses to expand their reach and contribute to the strategic development of educational institutions.

## Notice

The University's Governing Council (Board) is seeking services from a specialist to undertake recruitment of independent (non-executive) governors. We are looking to recruit individuals with relevant experience, credentials and interests to contribute to fulfilling the University's vision "An applied university of today and for tomorrow". We are seeking candidates with a passion for contributing to the development of education opportunities, leadership experience and sector insight to steer the University through to its future goals and the commitment to contribute to the success and future potential of our students. The successful bidder must have a proven track record in recruiting to board level in the Higher Education sector, but also the more specific Government Skills agenda, including apprenticeships.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b497b733-18dc-4086-add7-a19cdf7e609a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 24 Jan 2021 - 23 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £85,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF DERBY |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 1GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Allestree |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PERIDOT PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2021 at 14:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b497b733-18dc-4086-add7-a19cdf7e609a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b497b733-18dc-4086-add7-a19cdf7e609a
  20th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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