Tender

Provision of Media & Communications Support

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

20 Mar 2018 at 09:29

Tender

19 Mar 2018 at 15:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "Provision of Media & Communications Support," is being conducted by Transport for London. This tender falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services, specifically in London, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently active, with the closing date for submissions set for 4th April 2018. The total value of the contract is £42,000, with a contract period extending from 9th April 2018 to 31st March 2021, which may be extended annually for up to two additional years. The tender is initiated as a limited procurement method, specifically a competitive quotation below threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to expand their business activities in the media and communications sector. Companies that specialise in press support services, consultancy, or public relations would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, given its focus on supporting the London Sustainable Development Corporation and the Better Futures project. Engaging in this procurement process could lead to valuable partnerships and projects within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Media & Communications Support

Notice Description

The GLA is looking to appoint consultants to provide press support services to the London Sustainable Development Corporation and the Better Futures project initially for one year (between 1 April 2018 - 31 March 2019), with a further option to extend on an annual basis for up to two more years (until March 2021). Available on pro-contract - https://procontract.due-north.com

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb6213cf-a248-4471-9c64-5c89e7c8486f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Apr 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Apr 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
Paul Stringer
Contact Email
paulstringer@tfl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0203 054 7384

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0BD
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
TLI London

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

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