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title: "GB-Manchester: ACE 611 STA - Global Talent Visa assessments - Architecture"
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# GB-Manchester: ACE 611 STA - Global Talent Visa assessments - Architecture

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d88a26b7-47cb-4214-ad81-a5c77b96d036

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## Summary

The Arts Council of England, based in Manchester, has completed the procurement process for the "GB-Manchester: ACE 611 STA - Global Talent Visa assessments - Architecture," aimed at providing assessment centre services for recruitment in the architecture industry. The contract, valued at £17,000, covers a global scope, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other regions. The tender period ended on 1 April 2024, with the contract set to commence on 11 April 2024 and conclude on 31 March 2025. The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) was awarded the contract, reflecting the completion stage of the procurement process as of 18 December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in recruitment assessment services within the architecture sector. The extensive geographical coverage of the contract allows companies with global capabilities and existing international networks to capitalise on this opportunity. Organisations, particularly large-scale enterprises like RIBA, that can offer specialised talent assessment services stand to benefit greatly from engaging in similar procurement processes. Additionally, this contract demonstrates the demand for high-quality, reliable recruitment services, paving the way for businesses with strong credentials to create robust, growth-oriented partnerships with public sector bodies like The Arts Council of England.

## Notice

Global Talent Visa assessments - Architecture

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3821e23-e25d-475b-8cb0-bf329fe95d65 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 10 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £17,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £17,000 |
| 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 | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROYAL INSTITUTE OF BRITISH ARCHITECTS (RIBA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79635000 - Assessment centre services for recruitment

## Release History

- 18 Dec 2024 at 14:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3821e23-e25d-475b-8cb0-bf329fe95d65

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3821e23-e25d-475b-8cb0-bf329fe95d65
  18th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=911015906
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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