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title: "Managed Services for Temporary Agency Resources (MSTAR3)"
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buyer: "SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL"
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# Managed Services for Temporary Agency Resources (MSTAR3)

Buyer: SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e29615b3-1a35-4009-bc80-0f0fd227dbc9

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "Managed Services for Temporary Agency Resources (MSTAR3)," was initiated by Southampton City Council, located in Southampton, England. This contract, valued at £38 million, falls under the industry category of personnel supply services, specifically focusing on temporary staff. The procurement method employed was selective, utilizing a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 5th April 2021 and will run until 4th April 2025. The previous deadline for tender submissions was 17th December 2020.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in temporary staffing solutions and workforce management services. Companies with experience in providing agency personnel, particularly those capable of supporting large contracts, would find themselves well-positioned to compete. As the contract is set to run for four years, successful contractors could secure a stable source of revenue, making this an attractive prospect for both established firms and those looking to expand their service offerings in the public sector.

## Notice

Award notification for the provision of Temporary Agency Resources to Southampton City Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea228041-f2fa-46f8-ad10-8087a0b6047b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 4 Apr 2021 - 4 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £38,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £38,000,000 |
| 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 | SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO14 7LY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Bargate |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMENSURA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

## Release History

- 7 May 2021 at 12:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea228041-f2fa-46f8-ad10-8087a0b6047b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea228041-f2fa-46f8-ad10-8087a0b6047b
  7th May 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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