Scope
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.
It is anticipated that the contract will be split into Lots, based on the highest scoring tender responses and satisfactory supporting evidence.
The contract will be established for a period of 48 months.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Belfast:-Recruitment-services./3R28PXC693
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Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £9,600,000 excluding VAT
- £11,520,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 28 June 2026 to 27 June 2030
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79600000 - Recruitment services
- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff
- 79621000 - Supply services of office personnel
Engagement
Engagement deadline
31 July 2025
Engagement process description
Engagement Activities
During the engagement phase of this project, the Assembly Commission plan to undertake the following activities:
- PME Questionnaire
- Supplier Presentations
- One-to-One Meetings (if required)
Timeline
Key dates throughout the engagement phase are detailed below. Please note these dates are subject to change.
Activity Date
Release of PME document 03/07/2025
Submission of PME responses31/07/2025
Supplier presentations w/c 11/08/2025
Follow up meetings w/c 25/08/2025 (if required)
Contracting authority
Northern Ireland Assembly Commission
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYCW-9139-GQXZ
Northern Ireland Assembly, Parliament Buildings, Stormont
Belfast
BT4 3XX
United Kingdom
Region: UKN06 - Belfast
Organisation type: Public authority - central government