Tender Opportunity for Recruitment Agency, Wales.
Coleg Gwent is preparing to tender for a recruitment agency framework covering campuses in Monmouthshire, Newport and the Gwent Valleys. The framework will appoint five ranked suppliers to deliver recruitment services across the organisation. The framework is expected to run from 19 June 2026 to 21 June 2030, with an estimated total value of £2.8 million excluding VAT. An engagement day will be held prior to tender release to outline requirements and meet potential bidders.
Key Dates
Engagement day: 26 March 2026
Estimated publication of tender: 2 April 2026
Estimated contract start date: 19 June 2026
Estimated contract completion date: 21 June 2030
Contract duration: 4 years
Scope of Works
Provision of recruitment services to support Coleg Gwent’s staffing requirements
Appointment to a ranked framework of five suppliers
Delivery of recruitment support across multiple campus locations
Ongoing recruitment services over a four-year framework period
Ideal Contractor
Recruitment agency with experience supporting public sector or education clients
Proven track record of delivering high-volume and specialist recruitment services
Ability to manage ongoing recruitment requirements under a framework arrangement
Strong candidate sourcing, compliance management and account management capability
Capacity to operate across multiple locations within South East Wales
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