Award

2944/LM - Content Delivery Support to Chinese Social Media

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Award

24 Feb 2022 at 15:32

Award Notice
Tender

26 Nov 2021 at 10:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is conducting a public procurement process for a tender titled "2944/LM - Content Delivery Support to Chinese Social Media". This initiative falls under the services category, specifically within advertising consultancy services. The contract, valued at £150,000, is based in Sheffield, England, and the procurement is currently at the award stage. The contract period is set to commence on 1 March 2022 and will conclude on 29 February 2024. Interested parties were required to submit their bids by 11 January 2022 at 12:00 noon (UK time) through the University’s e-tendering platform.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for media agencies and companies specialising in social media management and marketing. The chosen contractor will manage the University’s Weibo and WeChat accounts, necessitating innovative content development and a deep understanding of the Chinese social media landscape. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in advertising management, direct marketing, and promotional services would be particularly well-placed to compete for this contract, leveraging their skills to enhance the University’s online presence and brand reputation in the Chinese market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2944/LM - Content Delivery Support to Chinese Social Media

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield is seeking a Media Agency responsible for the day to day account management of our institutional Weibo and WeChat accounts, their upkeep and adherence to university branding and accessibility guidelines. To be responsible for content development on Weibo and WeChat - designing, scheduling and sharing posts to ensure maximum effectiveness. This output should be based on our social media principles of utility, responsiveness, connection and representation, alongside with a deep understanding of our audience. To manage the University's reputation, the Media Agency should report on the impact of our channels and monitor mentions of the university on Weibo and WeChat to highlight potential issues affecting reputation. To proactively make suggestions on content, formats and process to ensure the ongoing development of our Weibo and WeChat channels. To also provide crucial consultation and insight into content approaches, audience need and issue management. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an Open exercise. The 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: 11th January 2022 at 12 noon (UK time).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3da0f0aa-4fa9-4053-ad37-e8b644801f90
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8009d035-cb80-443a-a2de-5aaa0a333ede
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79341100 - Advertising consultancy services

79341200 - Advertising management services

79342100 - Direct marketing services

79342200 - Promotional services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2022 - 29 Feb 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
Lee Marsden
Contact Email
l.w.marsden@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
1
Supplier Name

PINGPONG DIGITAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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