Framework for the Provision of Temporary Workers

contractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-0558adProcurement Act 2023SME suitablepending

Estimated value

Awarded value

£8.0m

Awarded 10 Jun 2026

Suppliers

6

3 SME

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

11 Jun 2026

Description

The Assembly Commission intends to establish a multi-supplier framework contract for the provision of temporary workers to fill short-term vacancies. The appointed suppliers will be required to: •Act as the employer of all agency workers supplied to the Assembly Commission; •Source and supply suitable temporary workers who will work under the supervision and direction of the Assembly Commission; •Undertake comprehensive searches and pre-placement checks for appropriately qualified staff; •Administer payroll, tax, National Insurance, and pension contributions in accordance with applicable legislation; •Manage any issues relating to performance, attendance, conduct, or grievances during assignments; •Provide all general administrative services related to the supply and placement of agency workers. Further information on the structure and grading system used within the Assembly Commission is available on the Assembly website. The contract will be established for a period of 48 months.

Scope

Reference
ocds-h6vhtk-0558ad
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
27 Jun 2026 to 27 Jun 2030
CPV classifications
79600000
79620000
79621000
Contract locations
Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
Criterion 1quality80.00%
Criterion 2cost20.00%

Submission & procedure

Procedure
Open procedure

Award details

Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.

Awarded value

£8.0m

Award date

10 Jun 2026

Contract start

27 Jun 2026

Contract end

27 Jun 2030