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title: "RBGKEW1272 Executive Search Services - Director of Gardens"
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# RBGKEW1272 Executive Search Services - Director of Gardens

Buyer: BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-90299ad2-3ae9-4323-9c1a-8563f0c0c82b

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## Summary

The Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew has awarded a contract for executive search services to Saxton Bamfylde Hever Ltd. The procurement process, titled "RBGKEW1272 Executive Search Services - Director of Gardens," falls under the industry category of executive services (CPV code 75111100) and focuses on finding a highly qualified individual for a senior position. The procurement method was a selective, call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period starts on 1st August 2024 and runs until 31st July 2027, with a total value of £100,000. The awarding stage was completed on 26th July 2024, and the award notice was published on 22nd August 2024. The project location is TW9 3AE, Richmond, England.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in executive recruitment services, particularly those with experience in the public sector and high-level recruitment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are considered suitable for this type of contract, opening doors for a diverse range of suppliers. The awarded agency will have the unique opportunity to enhance their portfolio by supporting a prestigious institution like the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, thereby potentially leading to more high-profile contracts in the future.

## Notice

RBG Kew needs to engage an agency to undertake an executive search for a senior position. CCS Framework : RM6290 Executive & Non-Executive Recruitment Services - Lot 1: Executive Search - Grade 6, SCS1 & SCS2 (and equivalents), a desktop assessment in line with the framework guidance was conducted. direct award

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b08f9500-938f-4747-9a8d-31a890f6b005 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| 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 | BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAXTON BAMFYLDE HEVER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75111100 - Executive services

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2024 at 07:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b08f9500-938f-4747-9a8d-31a890f6b005

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b08f9500-938f-4747-9a8d-31a890f6b005
  22nd August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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