--- title: "CS22167 RM6160 Lead Test Engineer" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7a4278fb-9aa5-4450-96ea-f2de850980a4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7a4278fb-9aa5-4450-96ea-f2de850980a4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7a4278fb-9aa5-4450-96ea-f2de850980a4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7a4278fb-9aa5-4450-96ea-f2de850980a4.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2026-02-20" --- # CS22167 RM6160 Lead Test Engineer Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7a4278fb-9aa5-4450-96ea-f2de850980a4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7a4278fb-9aa5-4450-96ea-f2de850980a4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7a4278fb-9aa5-4450-96ea-f2de850980a4.json) ## Summary The public procurement process for a Lead Test Engineer position was managed by UK Shared Business Services Limited for UK Research and Innovation, using the CCS RM6160 Non Clinical Temporary and Fixed Term Staff Framework. The procurement method was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. It is part of the services category, specifically the supply services of personnel, including temporary staff. The contract initially planned to run from 28 March 2022, ending on 31 March 2026, but was extended to 30 September 2026. The total contract value has been updated to £646,296.71, highlighting continued investment in this project. This award notice, dated 20 February 2026, marks the completion phase of the procurement lifecycle. This tender creates a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in recruitment and the provision of non-clinical temporary staff. With HAYS Specialist Recruitment Limited already serving as the supplier and leveraging its SME status, similar businesses that have the capacity to offer expert personnel services may find such frameworks beneficial for growth and portfolio diversification. The procurement prioritises SMEs, making it an attractive opportunity for firms of this scale, particularly those with strong networks or expertise in staffing solutions within England. This contract exemplifies the importance of understanding framework agreements and direct awards in entering and sustaining business relationships within the public sector. ## Notice ***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation have a requirement to bring in a Lead Test Engineer. This has been sourced via direct award against CCS RM6160 Non Clinical Temporary and Fixed Term Staff Framework. Variation (005) - To extend the contract end date from 31/03/2026 to 30/09/2026. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b922330-358a-4810-9cce-22cde1cc0fe3 | | 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 | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 22 Mar 2022 | | Contract period | 27 Mar 2022 - 30 Sep 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £646,296 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £1,087,486 | | 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## 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 - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 20 Feb 2026 at 13:59 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b922330-358a-4810-9cce-22cde1cc0fe3 - 1 Apr 2025 at 13:45 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b922330-358a-4810-9cce-22cde1cc0fe3 - 16 Apr 2024 at 10:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b922330-358a-4810-9cce-22cde1cc0fe3 - 3 Apr 2023 at 16:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cb1a2dc-3339-4207-bab7-b6add35a0bb5 - 31 Oct 2022 at 10:33 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73e1fc3f-be72-4548-9f7b-a1da661d8978 - 5 Apr 2022 at 12:43 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73e1fc3f-be72-4548-9f7b-a1da661d8978 - 28 Mar 2022 at 09:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73e1fc3f-be72-4548-9f7b-a1da661d8978 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b922330-358a-4810-9cce-22cde1cc0fe3 20th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cb1a2dc-3339-4207-bab7-b6add35a0bb5 3rd April 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73e1fc3f-be72-4548-9f7b-a1da661d8978 31st October 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/de8a3d4c-8490-4c3e-91ab-1237a355a716 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ef86a49a-3968-4f49-ba86-2d60cff4ebdb - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/766623c1-5d28-4d20-89c8-4c963f7dbeb1 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ff760f55-a50f-4625-8184-d72fd830992f - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8d963b5b-2d6d-4ba8-b858-71af70b8afba ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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