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title: "HR Automation Planning Support"
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# HR Automation Planning Support

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8a752a52-cf35-4f0c-b390-35fe57a0fb85

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## Summary

DEFRA has completed the award stage of its procurement process for HR Automation Planning Support under the CPV classification for general management consultancy services. Located in London, United Kingdom, this tender involves the next phase of the HR Automation Programme, slated to begin on 23 February 2026 and conclude by 31 March 2026. The selective procurement method was employed, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract value amounting to £57,955. Methods Business and Digital Technology Ltd. has been engaged as the supplier following the award publication on 18 February 2026.

This contract provides a significant opportunity for organisations experienced in HR automation to contribute substantial improvements in operational efficiency for public sector entities like DEFRA. Firms engaged in digital transformation consultancy, especially those capable of navigating framework agreements, will find such contracts beneficial for portfolio expansion and revenue growth. Although not specifically intended for SMEs or VCSEs, large consultancies can leverage the comprehensive scope of this programme to establish long-term partnerships within the public sector.

## Notice

HR Automation Programme Phase 3 in Delivery. To develop a baselined integrated delivery plan for the HR Automation Programme. Previous knowledge transfer and managing a baselined schedule, supported excellent timely delivery of Phase 2. For Phase 3, following approval from the Change Delivery Group to extend the programme until January 2027, further support and knowledge transfer on developing the extended baselined delivery plan and stakeholder maturity is required

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3c54d30-4753-4eab-a68b-744d7fe316da |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £57,955 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £57,955 |
| 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 | DEFRA |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| 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 | METHODS BUSINESS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 09:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3c54d30-4753-4eab-a68b-744d7fe316da

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3c54d30-4753-4eab-a68b-744d7fe316da
  18th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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