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Stakeholder mapping and engagement to support HS2 Reset communications and engagement

HS2

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21 Mar 2025 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

HS2 Ltd has completed the procurement process for their stakeholder mapping and engagement tender, aimed at supporting HS2 Reset communications and engagement. This business services contract, which falls under the law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security category (CPV: 79000000), encompasses a wide range of locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, the West Midlands, and the rest of the world. The project was awarded to JFG Communications Ltd and involves a contract value of £22,700 GBP. The contract commenced on 3rd March 2025 and concluded on 31st March 2025. The procurement method used was a single tender action (below threshold), highlighting a direct approach for supplier selection.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management services, especially those with experience in supporting large infrastructure projects like HS2. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) are particularly well-suited to compete for similar opportunities, as indicated by the suitability criteria. Engagements such as this can help businesses expand their portfolios, enhance their visibility in high-profile projects, and establish robust networks within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Stakeholder mapping and engagement to support HS2 Reset communications and engagement

Notice Description

HS2 has appointed a supplier for communications support to enhance internal and external communications for the Reset programme. The main focus for HS2 Ltd over the next 18 months is to establish a realistic and achievable programme baseline, including cost and schedule, which will then be approved by the government. This will enable HS2 Ltd and its supply chain to deliver the programme effectively.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-34049533-3d3c-4721-8338-19232f319414
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8583776a-f552-47a6-a089-937e9ac97b9f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,700 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£22,700 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HS2
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JFG COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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