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title: "DHSC: FGO: Executive Search Agency Chief Executive UKSHA Recruitment"
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# DHSC: FGO: Executive Search Agency Chief Executive UKSHA Recruitment

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b102dfe6-4680-46c6-87de-e6a989e970a5

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## Summary

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has awarded a contract for the recruitment of a new Chief Executive for the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) to Russell Reynolds Associates Limited. The procurement, classified under recruitment services, took place in the United Kingdom and was conducted through a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The tendering process was completed by 9th February 2025, with the contract starting on 10th February 2025 and set to conclude on 30th September 2025. The total value of the contract is £65,500.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for large recruitment agencies with expertise in executive search to showcase their capabilities by participating in high-profile public sector staffing processes. Although this procurement was directly awarded, similar future opportunities may be open to well-qualified businesses that can demonstrate the ability to meet the rigorous demands of executive recruitment for key governmental positions. The involvement in such prestigious assignments can enhance a company's portfolio and market reputation, positioning them as leaders in executive search services.

## Notice

Successful recruitment to secure the next Chief Executive of UKHSA is essential following the announcement of the current Chief Executive to leave her position.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ede88022-b1ec-4464-859f-a4db7b201a38 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| 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 | 27 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0EU |
| 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

- 27 Feb 2025 at 11:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ede88022-b1ec-4464-859f-a4db7b201a38

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ede88022-b1ec-4464-859f-a4db7b201a38
  27th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a274c0b9-3bdd-4791-934e-a4590d0c6e0e
  UKHSA Russell Reynolds contract_RRA Fully signed 27.02.2025_Redacted

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