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title: "The Provision of a Head of Finance, Commercial and Projects for the Infected Blood Inquiry"
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# The Provision of a Head of Finance, Commercial and Projects for the Infected Blood Inquiry

Buyer: CABINET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6d17f262-0371-4af5-8601-97e6d7011da1

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## Summary

The Cabinet Office has awarded a contract titled "The Provision of a Head of Finance, Commercial and Projects for the Infected Blood Inquiry" under the industry category of recruitment services (CPV code 79600000). The procurement process was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The initial tender period ended on 3rd July 2023, with the contract commencing on 8th September 2023 and extending until 30th April 2025. The contract has been notably extended twice, with the most recent extension increasing the contract value by £122,860.75 for an additional 9 months. The project will be delivered within the United Kingdom, as specified in the procurement details.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in high-level recruitment services, particularly those with experience in public sector contracts. Large enterprises with capabilities in finance, commercial management, and project integration would be well-suited to compete for this type of contract. The role of the Head of Finance, Commercial and Projects is crucial for the Infected Blood Inquiry, providing a significant platform for suppliers to showcase their expertise and secure further public sector contracts in the future. The continued partnership with the Cabinet Office also highlights the potential for ongoing and future collaboration within government projects.

## Notice

The Provision of a Head of Finance, Commercial and Projects for the Infected Blood Inquiry. Original contract has been extended for an additional period of 9 months with a PS122,860.75 uplift in contract value.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8929e184-a959-4560-b298-071a2bee9d35 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jul 2023 |
| Contract period | 7 Sep 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £91,341 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £214,202 |
| 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 | MLC PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2024 at 09:39 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8929e184-a959-4560-b298-071a2bee9d35
- 6 Oct 2023 at 13:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8929e184-a959-4560-b298-071a2bee9d35

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8929e184-a959-4560-b298-071a2bee9d35
  17th April 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e51efd0d-b374-4e55-b835-dd4c5986cf82
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c956f09e-576c-47d5-80aa-4429f2e47c82

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