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title: "CS20338 Outplacement/Career Transition Services for UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)"
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# CS20338 Outplacement/Career Transition Services for UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2ea4ea8-81f4-4033-a577-320f20bbec4f

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, involves the awarding of a tender titled "CS20338 Outplacement/Career Transition Services for UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)." This contract falls under the industry category of career guidance services and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was a competitive quotation exercise, with the tender period having ended on 30th October 2020, and the contract set to commence on 15th February 2021, lasting until 31st March 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in career transition and outplacement services. Businesses that can provide tailored support and solutions for individuals transitioning between jobs would be particularly well-suited to compete in this sector. Engaging with UKRI's initiatives can not only enhance the reputation of these firms but also facilitate pathways to similar contracts in the public sector, fostering business growth.

## Notice

***PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION*** This contract was procured via a competitive quotation exercise. UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for Outplacement/Career Transition Services at UKRI - Medical Research Council, Harwell.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9adac493-e0e8-48f5-9b9c-6b102d2c5b5f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Nov 2020 |
| Contract period | 15 Feb 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,999 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HAYS SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79634000 - Career guidance services

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2021 at 07:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9adac493-e0e8-48f5-9b9c-6b102d2c5b5f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9adac493-e0e8-48f5-9b9c-6b102d2c5b5f
  18th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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