AwardedAwarded 19 October 2026

HR, Payroll and Employee Screening Services 2

Crescent Purchasing Limited · Public undertaking

In brief

Crescent Purchasing Limited awarded consultancy and recruitment work to Capita Business Services, SAMpeople and EPM Ltd and 13 others on 19 October 2026.

It is a framework worth up to £10,000,000 excluding VAT: the most the buyer expects to spend across all suppliers, not one contract.

The contract runs for 3 years, up to 4 years with extensions, starting 21 November 2026.

It is split into 4 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

What the notice says

This Framework will provide Members with access to a comprehensive range of Human Resources (HR), Payroll and Employee Screening services. Suppliers will have the opportunity to offer the full range of services encompassed within the broad scope and definitions of each Lot, enabling Members to access a flexible and comprehensive service offering through a single Framework. The Framework has been designed to operate as a 'one-stop shop' for Members' Human Resources, Payroll and Employee Screening requirements, providing a streamlined route to market for a wide range of services. It is intended to support Members throughout the full employee lifecycle, from initial Employee Screening and…Read the full description
This Framework will provide Members with access to a comprehensive range of Human Resources (HR), Payroll and Employee Screening services. Suppliers will have the opportunity to offer the full range of services encompassed within the broad scope and definitions of each Lot, enabling Members to access a flexible and comprehensive service offering through a single Framework. The Framework has been designed to operate as a 'one-stop shop' for Members' Human Resources, Payroll and Employee Screening requirements, providing a streamlined route to market for a wide range of services. It is intended to support Members throughout the full employee lifecycle, from initial Employee Screening and Recruitment, through to the ongoing management of Human Resources, Payroll and Pension Schemes. By bringing these services together within a single Framework, Members will be able to access specialist expertise and a broad range of service solutions while retaining the flexibility to select the services that best meet their individual organisational requirements. The Framework will therefore support Members in managing both their day-to-day operational needs and wider strategic workforce requirements, helping to promote efficiency, consistency, compliance and value for money. The Framework will cover the key stages of the employee journey, including pre-employment screening and recruitment, HR administration and advisory services, payroll processing and associated services, and pension-related requirements. This comprehensive approach is intended to provide Members with a flexible and scalable solution that can evolve in line with changes to their workforce, organisational priorities, legislation and service requirements.

Lots

LotTradeValue
Lot 1 - Human Resource Services
21 November 2026 to 20 November 2029
What this lot covers

This Lot is for the provision of comprehensive Human Resources (HR) services to support organisations in the effective management, development, and wellbeing of their workforce

Management consultancy£2,500,000
Lot 2 - Payroll Services
21 November 2026 to 20 November 2029
What this lot covers

This Lot is for the provision of comprehensive payroll services to support organisations in the accurate, timely, and compliant administration of employee remuneration and associated payroll functions.

Recruitment and staffing£2,500,000
Lot 3 - Employee Screening Services
21 November 2026 to 20 November 2029
What this lot covers

The purpose of this Lot is to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to provide comprehensive employee screening and vetting services to support the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing employment of staff.

Recruitment and staffing£2,500,000
Lot 4 - DBS Screening Services
21 November 2026 to 20 November 2029
What this lot covers

The purpose of this Lot is to appoint a suitably qualified and accredited supplier to provide Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) screening services to support the safe recruitment and ongoing employment of staff, workers, volunteers, and contractors

Recruitment and staffing£2,500,000

Who won

WinnerLotValueDates
Capita Business Services
SAMpeople (SME)
EPM Ltd (SME)
Judicium Education (SME)
Clear Bridge HR Ltd (SME)
7 bids received
Lot 1 - Human Resource Services£2,500,000
Awarded 9 September 2026
19 October 2026 to 18 October 2029
Capita Business Services
SAMpeople (SME)
EPM Ltd (SME)
Evolve Staffing Ltd (SME)
Cintra HR and Payroll (SME)
Zelt Ltd (SME)
Neo People Management Ltd (SME)
10 bids received
Lot 2 - Payroll Services£2,500,000
Awarded 9 September 2026
19 October 2026 to 18 October 2029
Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited
Vision for Education (SME)
Zelt Ltd (SME)
Secure Screening Services (SME)
Giant Precision Limited (SME)
First Advantage Europe Ltd
Verifile Limited (SME)
9 bids received
Lot 3 - Employee Screening Services£2,500,000
Awarded 9 September 2026
19 October 2026 to 18 October 2029
Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited
Vision for Education (SME)
Zelt Ltd (SME)
Secure Screening Services (SME)
Giant Precision Limited (SME)
First Advantage Europe Ltd
Verifile Limited (SME)
Applications Assist Limited (SME)
10 bids received
Lot 4 - DBS Screening Services£2,500,000
Awarded 9 September 2026
19 October 2026 to 18 October 2029

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 052242-2026
  2. Tender notice · UK4, notice 060415-2026
  3. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 086342-2026
  4. Contract details notice · UK7, notice 102627-2026
  5. Contract change notice · UK10, notice 106326-2026

About the buyer

Procurements

31

Awards

11

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From notice 052242-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 3 June 2026, last updated 9 November 2026. We last checked for changes on 9 November 2026.