Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c87-0889-7290-9a91-dd16ed9c5f0f/des-non-executive-directors-search closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # DE&S Non-Executive Directors Search [Ministry of Defence](https://tendernation.io/buyers/ministry-of-defence) Estimated value Not stated Published 24 Jun 2022 Deadline Closed 15 Jul 2022 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The Authority (Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) and UK Government Investments (UKGI)) is seeking executive recruitment services to help identify and appoint two Non-Executive Directors to the DE&S Board by Dec 2022, which provides the strategic leadership of DE&S and a forum for independent, non-executive support, advice and constructive challenge to the CEO and other DE&S executives. One appointee will Chair the Audit and Risk Assurance Committee. The other appointee will have specific Systems and Digital expertise to contribute to the delivery of DE&S' 2025 strategy. The digital NED will be asked to attend one or more sub-committees which may include Remuneration Committee, Nominations Committee or the Programme Review Committee. The following search services are required: - Advice on advert design, candidate pack and media placement - Market place research and use of networks to source candidates - Weekly updates on progress - Receipt, administration and processing of applications (including provision of diversity and equality information); including applications submitted via the Cabinet Office Public Appointments website - Sift applications to produce a longlist of recommendations to the Authority, interviews of longlisted candidates to provide the recommended shortlist - Conduct due diligence checks of shortlisted candidates based on the requirements of the Code of Conduct for Board Members of Public Sector Bodies and as agreed with the Authority. - Assist with preparation for final interviews (which will be conducted by the Authority) and response handling - Ad hoc discussions with the Authority on candidates - Attend longlisting and shortlisting meetings with the appointment panel and any meetings with Ministers - Undertake relevant searches on candidates, including obtaining references as required - Inform candidates of outcome and provide feedback - Diversity monitoring and reporting is required Further information can be found within the ITT. A Supplier Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) is also being issued alongside this Contract Notice. These documents can be accessed via the direct Opportunity link attached: [contracts.mod.uk/go/290484730181819BD60D](https://www.contracts.mod.uk/go/290484730181819BD60D) If you are interested in participating in this competition, expressions of interest must be made through the Defence Sourcing Portal (DSP). Read full description ## CPV classification Recruitment services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/080d8e38-ae1c-40e9-8dc6-04afdcc03071) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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