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Temporary Hospitality, Catering and Events Staff for ACE

Published
Published 21 July 2026

Overview

The University of Edinburgh has awarded a framework agreement worth £3.6 million for the provision of temporary hospitality, catering, and events staff to support its Accommodation, Catering and Events service. Six suppliers have been selected: Axis Recruitment Ltd, Blue Arrow, Brightwork, Navolio Limited T/A Off To Work, Reed Recruitment, and Search Consultancy. The framework enables the University to engage agency workers on an as-needed basis to maintain service continuity during periods of increased demand, seasonal peaks, planned events, and unexpected staffing shortages.

Key details

Country
Unknown
Status
Contract signed
Category
Services
Procedure
Open
Contract type
Framework agreement
Published
21 July 2026
Classification (CPV)
Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Award outcome

Awarded value
£3,600,000
Award date
6 July 2026
Winners
  • Axis recruitment Ltd
  • Blue Arrow
  • Brightwork
  • Navolio Limited T/A Off To Work
  • Reed Recruitment
  • Search Consultancy

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    21 July 2026

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Awarded: Temporary Hospitality, Catering and Events Staff for ACE — won by Axis recruitment Ltd +5 — Skim