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title: "C0167 - Central Contract Recruitment"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NATIONAL LOTTERY COMMUNITY FUND"
published: "2026-06-12"
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# C0167 - Central Contract Recruitment

Buyer: THE NATIONAL LOTTERY COMMUNITY FUND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0682050-aece-4a03-b774-edb8f8196461

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## Summary

The procurement process described pertains to a direct award contract titled "C0167 - Central Contract Recruitment" managed by The National Lottery Community Fund. The procurement falls under the "Recruitment services" industry category, with a wide geographical scope including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and the rest of the world. Initially valued at £400,000, the contract covers a 12-month term beginning on 16th May 2026, with an option for a one-year extension at an additional £100,000. The contract completion status and procurement method as a direct award via the ESPO Framework Agreement were finalised on 13th May 2026. The award process is complete, having transitioned from the tender stage, ensuring strategic HR services are secured in line with the procurement timeline.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the recruitment services industry to engage with a prominent public sector entity like The National Lottery Community Fund. Companies specializing in providing strategic HR services can leverage this contract to expand their reach and reputation within the public sector. It is particularly suitable for SMEs, as indicated by the procurement's suitability criteria. The extensive geographical reach and value of the contract provide ample room for businesses looking to grow by providing comprehensive recruitment solutions across multiple regions.

## Notice

This is a direct award made via framework Strategic HR Services pursuant to the ESPO Framework Agreement (reference 3S-22). The term of the term of the contract is for 12 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The value of the contract is 400,000 for the intial term, and PS100,000 for the extension period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ac075f6-0401-42b1-b268-4582f7dc9f37 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 May 2026 - 16 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| 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 NATIONAL LOTTERY COMMUNITY FUND |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 1TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MORGAN HUNT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 12:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ac075f6-0401-42b1-b268-4582f7dc9f37

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ac075f6-0401-42b1-b268-4582f7dc9f37
  12th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk

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