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title: "Russell Reynolds Recruitment"
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# Russell Reynolds Recruitment

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-af82860d-37f5-4c9c-a3f6-a5363153e6bb

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the procurement process for recruitment services, specifically aimed at appointing a specialist Non-Executive Member (NEM) to chair the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) Audit and Risk Assurance Committee (ARAC). This contract was procured through a direct method, utilising a single tender action below threshold level, indicating a streamlined procurement approach. The award, valued at £51,000, commenced on 1 September 2023 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2024. The procurement falls under the services category and concluded with the official award notice published on 3 December 2025. The tender location is London, England, with delivery addresses detailed by postal codes, including SW1Y 6QW.

This contract offers an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in recruitment services, particularly those capable of providing executive-level personnel for government committees. Although the tender follows a direct procurement method and is not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger recruitment firms may find opportunities for growth by demonstrating their ability to meet specialised government requirements. By securing such contracts, businesses can potentially expand their portfolio and increase their credibility within the public sector, particularly in defence-related fields. Russell Reynolds Associates Inc, identified as the awarded supplier, exemplifies the profile of a large-scale business ideal for competing in similar future procurements.

## Notice

RECRUITMENT FOR A SPECIALIST NON-EXECUTIVE MEMBER (NEM) ROLE: CHAIR OF THE DSTL AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE COMMITTEE (ARAC)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ee4e009-64f6-474d-9ece-c9d4a58065ad |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £51,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £51,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HB |
| 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

- 3 Dec 2025 at 14:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ee4e009-64f6-474d-9ece-c9d4a58065ad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ee4e009-64f6-474d-9ece-c9d4a58065ad
  3rd December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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