---
title: "3A-B_27 Self-Service Recruitment Advertising and Related Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0511fe"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO"
published: "2026-05-07"
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# 3A-B_27 Self-Service Recruitment Advertising and Related Services

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0511fe

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## Summary

Leicestershire County Council, operating as ESPO, has issued a planned procurement notice for a future framework concerning "3A-B_27 Self-Service Recruitment Advertising and Related Services." This opportunity is positioned within the services category, specifically focusing on advertising and recruitment services. The procurement process is at the planning stage as of 7 May 2026, with an anticipated establishment of the framework starting on 1 April 2027 and running through to 31 March 2029, with possibilities of renewal. The initiative is targeted across the UK, and the communication regarding further notice is expected by 2 October 2026. The estimated total value for this procurement is £7.2 million GBP, highlighting significant potential for business engagement.

Businesses specialising in self-service recruitment advertising and related services, with capabilities in applicant management and advertising outcome analysis, will find this tender particularly appealing. The focus on enabling recruitment advertising through service providers' systems offers scope for companies that offer digital recruitment solutions with minimal creative input requirements. This framework is suitable for SMEs, fostering opportunities for smaller enterprises to compete effectively. Participation in this process can significantly contribute to business growth, enabling service providers to align with public sector demands and expand their market reach in the recruitment advertising landscape.

## Notice

Please note, this is a Pipeline notice only for ESPO contracts that are forecast to be re-procured or new procurement projects that are expected to be undertaken. The details captured are therefore only provided as an estimate, and no further information other than as captured can be provided at this time. For all current ESPO opportunities, please visit https://www.eastmidstenders.org/ For details of ESPO Frameworks, please visit https://www.espo.org/frameworks.html This Pipeline notice is being published to alert the supplier market that ESPO intends to establish a framework for self-service recruitment advertising, enabling customers to place recruitment advertising using the service providers' systems, with minimal creative input from the service provider. Tools for Applicant Management (tracking/screening/communication) and Advertising Outcomes Analysis included in the service providers' offering.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042057-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL, TRADING AS ESPO |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 1ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Enderby |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 22462000 - Advertising material
- 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services
- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 14:13 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042057-2026
- 13 May 2025 at 12:34 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020841-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042057-2026
  7th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020841-2025
  13th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/
- https://www.espo.org/
- https://www.espo.org/frameworks.html
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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