Award

2909/LM - Creative Design Services Framework Agreement - Student Recruitment

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 Dec 2021 at 14:18

Tender

06 Jul 2021 at 07:32

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is conducting a tender for a Creative Design Services Framework Agreement focused on Student Recruitment. This procurement falls under the marketing management consultancy services category, with a contract value of £1.5 million and a minimum value of £1.2 million. The tender, initiated through a selective procurement method, has a closing date for bids set for 6th August 2021 at 12 noon (UK time). The awarded contract period will commence on 1st December 2021 and extend until 30th November 2023, with services to be delivered in the Yorkshire and the Humber region.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in creative design, marketing consultancy, and photography, particularly those able to produce innovative formats for diverse audiences. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will find this tender especially suitable, as it encourages participation from smaller entities. Engaging in this framework could foster long-term partnerships with the University, enhancing visibility and growth prospects for successful bidders in the education sector.

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Notice Title

2909/LM - Creative Design Services Framework Agreement - Student Recruitment

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is tendering for the creative design (but not print) of printed materials related to student recruitment. This framework agreement consists of 3 Lots. Services required will typically include: * Creating or suggesting new formats for appropriate audiences and campaigns. * Commissioning photography that can be used in print and online applications. * Liaising with the printer who will be allocated from the University's print framework agreement. The full technical specification can be found in the ITT documentation which will be available after you have expressed your interest on In-Tend. Tender Process and Documentation: This is a Restricted tender exercise. The SQ and ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender, they must be submitted via the In-tend System. Your tender response must also be submitted through InTend to arrive by the date and time specified. Late tenders will not be considered. Closing date for receipt of bids: 6th August 2021 at 12 noon (UK time).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52cbb984-f07c-4554-bc1f-37803149e89f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

79820000 - Services related to printing

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
10
Supplier Names

BELL INTEGRATED

CREATIVE TRIANGLE

EDUCATION CUBED

ELEVEN DESIGN

FUSION DESIGN

HUMANSTUDIO

INK & WATER

MAMMOTH DESIGN

WASH STUDIO

WHISTLEJACKET LONDON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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