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Future Opportunity: ESPO – MSTAR5 – Managed Services for Temporary Agency Resources

Name of Tender:

MSTAR5 - Managed Services for Temporary Agency Resources

Contracting Authority:

ESPO

Scope of Work:

This Pipeline notice is being published to alert the supplier market that ESPO expects to establish a national framework for the appointment of a Managed Service Provider to manage a supply chain of agencies to fulfil a customer's staffing needs. Services available include Neutral/Master Vendor, Vendor Management System (VMS), Talent Pool Technology and Statement of Works (Project Delivery). ESPO is currently conducting market engagement for this opportunity with a deadline of 28th August to register and participate

Anticipated Contract Value:

£3,333,333,333 excluding VAT £4,000,000,000 including VAT

Anticipated Publication Date:

2nd October 2026

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