Planning

4023: Soft Market Test: Communications & Marketing Services - Expression Window Has CLOSED

TRAFFORD COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

24 Jan 2018 at 10:06

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

25 Jul 2017 at 16:18

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Trafford Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "4023: Soft Market Test: Communications & Marketing Services". This initiative aims to enhance their marketing and communications function, which includes aspects such as campaign development, press and PR management, as well as social media oversight. The engagement period for stakeholders ended on 24th April 2018, and documentation for suppliers interested in this tender was made available through the Chest platform. The procurement is classified under the industry category of marketing services, specifically focusing on marketing management consultancy and public relations services, situated in the North West of the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in marketing and communications to engage with Trafford Council, particularly those capable of providing innovative campaign strategies and strong media relations. Companies that are well-versed in public sector communications, marketing consultancy, and social media management will find this tender particularly relevant. Participation can enhance visibility and foster long-term relationships with public sector clients, making it a strategic avenue for business growth in this competitive industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

4023: Soft Market Test: Communications & Marketing Services - Expression Window Has CLOSED

Notice Description

THE EXPRESSION WINDOW FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY HAS NOW CLOSED. You should ensure that you are registered on the Chest, and will need to register your interest electronically via the system at the below link. Once done, the documentation for further details and how to respond will be made available to you. The Council is looking to review and enhance our Marketing and Communications function. Significant changes in the structure and due to a need for a more enhanced and proactive service given our challenges ahead means Trafford Council are now considering how to operate their communications and marketing function going forward. The Council is currently scoping what that specification could be and the potential methods to procure this. The functions in scope are: Marketing (campaign development) Press, PR and internal communications Social media management Additional information: Do not contact the buyer direct, all communication and correspondence should be sent via the messages function of the Chest.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3e10c884-61e5-4548-8be6-a252cac2af22
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec5c63d3-13a3-4aac-92e0-39a7b43c3a48
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79342000 - Marketing services

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Apr 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRAFFORD COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STRETFORD
Postcode
M32 0TH
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Gorse Hill & Cornbrook
Westminster Constituency
Stretford and Urmston

Further Information

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