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title: "DBS and Reference checks"
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buyer: "CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD"
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# DBS and Reference checks

Buyer: CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c8c70847-e2e8-44a2-8b81-0aad8944ca2a

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## Summary

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is seeking to procure a partner for the provision of various reference checks, including Right-to-Work Identity Verification Technology (IDVT) solutions and enhanced DBS/PVG, international criminal checks, candidate referencing services, and proof of address verifications. The goal is to comply with legal standards, minimise compliance risk, and enhance efficiency through an automated onboarding system. This procurement falls under the 'Recruitment services' industry category and is in the tender stage with an open procedure. The tender is available to businesses globally, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World. The deadline for the tender period is 18 March 2025, with the contract period expected to run from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2028. The contract value is estimated at GBP 210,000.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses specialising in recruitment services, particularly those with expertise in compliance and identity verification technologies. Companies capable of delivering efficient and automated solutions for legal compliance and onboarding processes stand to benefit significantly. Large enterprises, rather than SMEs or VCSEs, are well-suited to compete for this contract due to the complexity and scale of the required services. Engaging in this contract can lead to enhanced business growth by establishing a long-term partnership with a key player in the construction industry's training sector.

## Notice

CITB are looking for a partner who can support with various reference checks, including a Right-to-Work Identity Verification Technology (IDVT) solution and enhanced DBS/PVG, international criminal checks,candidate referencing services and proof of address verifications. This will enable CITB to comply with legal standards, minimise compliance risk, and eliminate manual processes for a more efficient, automated onboarding system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1041b833-e9aa-47b7-801b-1362d09deaa5 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £210,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD |
| Locality | KING'S LYNN |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE31 6RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH52 North and West Norfolk |
| Local authority | King's Lynn and West Norfolk |
| Electoral ward | Bircham with Rudhams |
| Westminster constituency | North West Norfolk |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2025 at 15:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1041b833-e9aa-47b7-801b-1362d09deaa5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1041b833-e9aa-47b7-801b-1362d09deaa5
  11th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-King's-Lynn:-Recruitment-services./GJ9GGDDJSQ
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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