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title: "Provision of Qualified Accountants (2026)"
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# Provision of Qualified Accountants (2026)

Buyer: DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e0d1560-4d86-4633-b58e-69959043f1ca

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## Summary

The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has awarded a contract for the provision of qualified accountants under the 3S_22 ESPO framework as part of the Procurement and Contracts Regulations (PCR) 2015. The contract, valued at £50,000, is classified under recruitment services in the accounting and financial industry, located in Wales, United Kingdom. The selective procurement method employed was a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage was reached on 29th April 2026, following the tender period that closed on 24th March 2026. The contract period spans from 16th April 2026 to 14th April 2029.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the accounting recruitment sector, providing them a chance to expand their business by supplying recruitment services to a major UK governmental authority. The contract is particularly suited for businesses capable of delivering reliable financial and accounting staffing solutions as outlined in the ESPO framework terms. Given the specificity and scope of the contract, businesses skilled in recruitment for accounting and financial roles are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for growth and establishing long-term relationships with significant public sector clients like the DVLA.

## Notice

This is a 3 + 1 year contract awarded under 3S_22 ESPO framework terms and conditions. It is awarded under PCR 2015 Regulations. It is for recruitment services related to accounting and financial roles.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a112f5c8-7e9d-4b30-b3ed-0e1c95616566 |
| 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 | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Apr 2026 - 14 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA6 7JL |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Mynydd-bach |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HAYS SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 08:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a112f5c8-7e9d-4b30-b3ed-0e1c95616566

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a112f5c8-7e9d-4b30-b3ed-0e1c95616566
  29th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/01def789-f6d5-4f45-b14e-c189e6bca4e0
  Terms and Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1ddbe174-a14a-4b4b-8108-83d155f6d0b1
  Specification Document
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/17b6751e-e642-4df7-bfb5-c78ae6e011c0
  Award Letter

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