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title: "DWP- Permanent Secretary"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-743e2139-e431-4b53-a1a9-c5c0dd86eeba"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CABINET OFFICE"
published: "2026-04-09"
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# DWP- Permanent Secretary

Buyer: CABINET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-743e2139-e431-4b53-a1a9-c5c0dd86eeba

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "DWP- Permanent Secretary" contract, conducted by the Cabinet Office, has recently reached the award stage. This process, focusing on executive recruitment services, falls under the CPV classification 79600000 and is relevant to the services industry. The contract location is within the United Kingdom, and significant dates include the tender period end date on 24th March 2026 and the contract period from 26th March 2026 to 25th March 2027. The procurement was executed using a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total value of £65,500 GBP.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in recruitment services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract especially accessible due to its suitability criteria. RUSSELL REYNOLDS ASSOCIATES LTD, a large scale supplier, has been awarded this contract, indicating that businesses with the capacity to manage significant recruitment projects are well-suited to compete in this space. The procurement leveraged a structured and selective approach, providing an organised path for experienced firms to showcase their capabilities and expand their portfolios within government contracting.

## Notice

Executive search and selection

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efca8902-33d0-4998-9643-f0bfd10a2a08 |
| 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 | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Mar 2026 - 25 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £65,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £65,500 |
| 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 | RUSSELL REYNOLDS ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 15:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efca8902-33d0-4998-9643-f0bfd10a2a08

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/efca8902-33d0-4998-9643-f0bfd10a2a08
  9th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/96ff622b-3e60-4e29-a5af-c9264fb41814

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