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DN304287 Editorial Services

DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of International Trade, located in London, is seeking editorial services through a selective procurement method via a framework agreement. The contract, titled "DN304287 Editorial Services," is valued at £49,237.50 and aims to enhance DIT's in-house production team while providing quality, streamlined editorial processes. This tender process is complete, with the contract period running from 27th November 2017 to 26th November 2020. The services will cater to various content areas, including trade policy and corporate content within the advertising and marketing services industry.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in editorial and marketing services, particularly those specialising in writing and content creation. Companies capable of providing high-quality editorial services, such as writing agencies and those with expertise in photographic restoration and retouching, will have the ideal qualifications to compete for this contract. Engaging with this contracting authority can enhance business visibility and foster ongoing partnerships within the public sector.

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Notice Title

DN304287 Editorial Services

Notice Description

The Agency is required to deliver a high-quality and cost-effective Editorial Service, providing a boost the DIT in-house production team as well as delivering a more streamlined process that facilitates better value for money and consistency. This service will help shape the Client's tone of voice and create content for a number of different areas: sector industry content; trade policy; corporate content; and trade and investment content.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f3c8538-813f-4c43-bd2b-2826b28944f7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

79963000 - Photograph restoration, copying and retouching services

92312211 - Writing agency services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,237 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Nov 20178 years ago
Contract Period
27 Nov 2017 - 26 Nov 2020 3-4 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
DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AW
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SKV COMMUNICATIONS

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