Tenders/GSS25246 - Corporate Contract DSIT - DESNZ- Executive Search Grade 6, SCS1 & SCS2 (and equivalents) - Lot 1

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GSS25246 - Corporate Contract DSIT - DESNZ- Executive Search Grade 6, SCS1 & SCS2 (and equivalents) - Lot 1

ICS on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ

Published: Mar 27, 2026

Updated: Jun 15, 2026

Source: uk_contracts_finder

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to GatenbySanderson Limited — £1,300,000

About This Opportunity

United Kingdom contract award (consulting): GSS25246 - Corporate. By ICS on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ. Awarded to GatenbySanderson Limited (GBP 1.3M, Mar 2026).

This is a services contract in the Consulting sector. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 1.3 million.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the Consulting sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

This is an Award Notice and not a call for competition, This Contract has been awarded via CCS Framework - RM6290 - Executive & Non Executive Recruitment - Lot 1

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero shall appoint the two highest scoring bidders to deliver Executive & Non Executive Recruitment services.

The Supplier will support the Buyer to:

- Ensure that it attracts, develops and retains talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds, by using modern recruitment practices and evidence-based decisions to identify, attract and select the most skilled and talented people.
- The Supplier shall work with the Buyer, as locations are announced, to understand the area demographics and seek out new outreach and network opportunities to ensure a pipeline of appropriate skills and diverse talent in those areas.
- Provide assurance that civil servants are selected on merit and on the basis of fair and open competition; and to help safeguard an impartial Civil Service
- Manage selection panels for external recruitment at Senior Civil Service levels.
- The Supplier is required to work with and support the Buyer on all elements of its recruitment needs and ensure that the Services provided can flex to meet any new and changing government priorities throughout the term of the Call-off contract.
- The Supplier shall take reasonable steps to ensure at all times during the Call-off contract period that there are sufficient resources and personnel available to support Buyer requirements, including during any peaks in demand.
- The Supplier shall provide comprehensive, robust and timely Management Information (MI), data reports and insights. CPV: Recruitment services (79600000). Procedure: Call-off from a framework agreement. Suitable for SMEs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on March 27, 2026. Last refreshed 10 days ago. Reference: tender_487578/1563065. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About ICS on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ

ICS on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ has issued 57 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 57 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Energy & Power, and Education & Training. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 12, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference tender_487578/1563065 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to GatenbySanderson Limited. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by ICS on behalf of DSIT and DESNZ in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Consulting sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

How much was the contract awarded for?

GatenbySanderson Limited was awarded the contract for £1,300,000. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.