--- title: "Connect2Framework for Provision of Umbrella Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0662e2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0662e2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0662e2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0662e2.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "COMMERCIAL SERVICES KENT LIMITED" published: "2026-04-01" --- # Connect2Framework for Provision of Umbrella Services Buyer: COMMERCIAL SERVICES KENT LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0662e2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0662e2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0662e2.json) ## Summary The procurement process spearheaded by Commercial Services Kent Limited (CSKL) involves the contracting of umbrella payroll services. This initiative commenced on the 1st of April 2026, focusing on payroll management services across the United Kingdom. The process follows an open procedure method, ensuring a transparent and competitive tendering environment. Key dates include the standstill period ending on the 14th of April 2026, with the contract commencing from the 15th of April 2026 and running until the 30th of March 2034. This procurement falls under the public authority sub-central government classification, offering extensive opportunities to entities in this industry. The procurement process has reached the award stage, valued at £200 million, marking a significant investment in the sector. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in umbrella services, payroll management, and related financial services within the UK market. The open framework nature of the contract is conducive to both large enterprises and SMEs, with a rewarding scope for entities with proven reliability and the necessary SafeRec certification. CSKL's collaboration extends to local authorities, NHS bodies, police, and educational institutions, offering companies access to a broad public sector client base. SMEs accounted for a significant portion of the bids, indicating a robust competitive environment. The initiative invites technically and economically capable organisations to bolster their portfolio and expand their presence in the public sector network. ## Notice Procurement for the supply of umbrella payroll services to CSKL and its partners. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030463-2026 | | Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 31 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | 14 Apr 2026 - 30 Mar 2034 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £90,000,000 | | Lots value | £90,000,000 | | Awards value | £200,000,000 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Pending | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | COMMERCIAL SERVICES KENT LIMITED | | Additional buyers | CONNECT2FRAMEWORK FOR UMBRELLA COMPANY SERVICES TO THE PUBLIC SECTOR | | Locality | KINGS HILL | | Post town | Rochester | | Postcode | ME19 4YT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent | | Local authority | Tonbridge and Malling | | Electoral ward | Kings Hill | | Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 17 | | Supplier names | BIG FISH GROUP; CHAMPION CONTRACT SERVICES; DANBRO WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS; FORETWO GROUP; GIANT PROFESSIONAL; MYPAY; PARASOL; PAYSHIELD UMBRELLA SERVICES; PAYSTREAM MY MAX; PHILLIPS PAYROLL; QUEST PAY SOLUTIONS NE; RICSON HAPSTONE; SAPPHIRE DNP; SG UMBRELLA; SMARTWORK.COM; TJW CONTRACT SOLUTIONS; WORKWELL SOLUTIONS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79211110 - Payroll management services ## Release History - 1 Apr 2026 at 14:13 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030463-2026 - 5 Mar 2026 at 11:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019849-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030463-2026 1st April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019849-2026 5th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-12901 ## Notice URLs - http://mypay.uk.com - http://www.bigfishgroup.co.uk - http://www.champion-contractors.co.uk - http://www.commercialservices.org.uk - http://www.danbro.co.uk - http://www.payshield.me - http://www.phillipspayroll.com - http://www.qpsgroup.co.uk - http://www.ricson.co.uk - http://www.sg-umbrella.co.uk/ - http://www.smartwork.com - http://www.tjwcontracts.co.uk - http://www.workwellcontractorsolutions.com - https://parasolgroup.co.uk/ - https://wearesapphire.co.uk/ - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/72F839G4QM - https://www.foretwogroup.co.uk/ - https://www.giantgroup.com/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.paystream.co.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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