• National framework provider Pagabo has announced its four-year framework beginning in November 2022 to support public sector clients source temporary and permanent staff. It is being delivered on behalf of contracting authority Red Kite Learning Trust to connect clients with agencies that will provide temporary and permanent workers across a range of types and areas.

The framework will be available to all public sector bodies including schools, universities, local authorities, emergency services, NHS organisations, health and social care providers, and housing associations. It is divided into eight lots covering different worker types, with each lot further divided into geographical regions – to which up to six agencies will be appointed to each area. Six lots cover the provision of staff for catering, cleaning, teaching, office support, facilities management and IT, while the other two lots will cover the provision of a Master Vendor and a Neutral Vendor.