--- title: "GSS23728 RM6277 Programme Architect" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ee3356ba-5ff0-4d39-9057-13b28a8013e6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ee3356ba-5ff0-4d39-9057-13b28a8013e6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ee3356ba-5ff0-4d39-9057-13b28a8013e6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ee3356ba-5ff0-4d39-9057-13b28a8013e6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2026-05-29" --- # GSS23728 RM6277 Programme Architect Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ee3356ba-5ff0-4d39-9057-13b28a8013e6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ee3356ba-5ff0-4d39-9057-13b28a8013e6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ee3356ba-5ff0-4d39-9057-13b28a8013e6.json) ## Summary UK Shared Business Services Limited, acting on behalf of UK Research and Innovation, has awarded a contract for the role of Programme Architect under the framework agreement CCS RM6277 Non Clinical Staffing. The procurement, classified under CPV code 79620000 for the supply services of personnel including temporary staff, was directed through a selective process via a call-off from the established framework. The contract, valued at GBP 828,921, covers a period from 1st October 2023 to 31st March 2027, and is intended for delivery within the United Kingdom. This notice, dated 29th May 2026, confirms the award status as complete. This contract provides significant business opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, as it is aligned with a framework that emphasises inclusivity. Businesses engaged in staffing solutions, especially those experienced in programme management and staff supply, stand to benefit. The ongoing demand for a Programme Architect highlights a steady stream of work, presenting potential growth avenues for suppliers adept at delivering quality personnel services, thus fostering sustained business relationships and development within the public sector arena. ## Notice ***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation have a requirement to bring in a Programme Architect. This has been sourced via direct award against CCS RM6277 Non Clinical Staffing Framework. Original Contract Date - 01/10/2023 - 31/03/2024 Variation 001 - 01/04/2024 - 31/03/2025 Variation 002 - Day rate increase Variation 003 - 01/04/2025 - 27/06/2025 Variation 004 - 28/06/2025 - 30/09/2025 Variation 005 - 01/10/2025 - 31/03/2026 Variation 006 - 01/04/2026 - 30/06/2026 Variation 007 - 01/07/2026 - 31/03/2027 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45a4ad90-ad2a-445f-97dd-f82697ce3fe4 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 4 Sep 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 3 Sep 2023 | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2023 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £828,921 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £2,498,658 | | 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 1UH | | 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 | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 29 May 2026 at 10:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45a4ad90-ad2a-445f-97dd-f82697ce3fe4 - 25 Mar 2026 at 15:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66accfcf-78b4-4b74-abd1-ce1374ce713a - 25 Sep 2025 at 13:59 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7d4cc32-5837-4d30-8049-46b28018bbc9 - 28 May 2025 at 10:00 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7d4cc32-5837-4d30-8049-46b28018bbc9 - 10 Mar 2025 at 14:34 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7d4cc32-5837-4d30-8049-46b28018bbc9 - 28 Mar 2024 at 10:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7d4cc32-5837-4d30-8049-46b28018bbc9 - 5 Mar 2024 at 10:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62a49a50-ba82-4014-8ddb-dcf5cdf72302 - 13 Sep 2023 at 13:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c7f63e2-6b87-44e7-8a4a-0674391e4f77 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45a4ad90-ad2a-445f-97dd-f82697ce3fe4 29th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66accfcf-78b4-4b74-abd1-ce1374ce713a 25th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7d4cc32-5837-4d30-8049-46b28018bbc9 25th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62a49a50-ba82-4014-8ddb-dcf5cdf72302 5th March 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c7f63e2-6b87-44e7-8a4a-0674391e4f77 13th September 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e91eca4f-4231-470b-a35e-51852ff255db - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8ba1d4f5-d295-4275-b1b1-031001ae14f1 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e1b06b88-6c60-429b-8a41-0d86f81bd535 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e9724c8b-834d-438f-aacd-96046b021910 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3e68ba70-381e-4293-a579-b175925339ff - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/55b16c50-133d-479c-b9e5-95e40c498c4e ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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