Award

Press Services to the Committee on Standards in Public Life

CABINET OFFICE

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Award

28 Apr 2025 at 13:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process, initiated by the Cabinet Office, focused on securing Press Services for the Committee on Standards in Public Life (CSPL). This contract, awarded to D F Press Limited, covers the provision of part-time press and media services, enhancing the Committee's communication strategies and visibility. Classified under public relations services (CPV code 79416000), the contract is valued at £110,000 and will be executed from 1st August 2023 to 31st July 2025. Located in London, United Kingdom, the procurement followed a direct method via a single tender action due to its below-threshold nature, with the procurement stage now complete.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in public relations and media communication services. The involvement of such services in managing complex ethical standards issues and developing strategic communication plans aligns with the strengths of SMEs that are agile and adaptive. Businesses proficient in media handling, social media management, and content creation are ideally positioned to compete for similar contracts, thereby broadening their scope in government-related projects and enhancing their portfolio in the communications sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Press Services to the Committee on Standards in Public Life

Notice Description

The contract provides part-time press and media services for the Committee on Standards in Public Life (CSPL) through D F Press Limited. These services encompass 24/7 press and media communications advice, offering ongoing support on complex and high-profile ethical standards issues. In terms of media handling, the team will respond immediately to media inquiries and interview requests, providing guidance on statements that the Chair can make. Additionally, the services include the development and oversight of communication strategies in collaboration with the CSPL Secretariat. Social media management involves administering the CSPL's social media channels with daily monitoring and posting, while media opportunity identification focuses on finding relevant media opportunities for the Chair and the Committee's activities. Content creation responsibilities include drafting blogs and other communication materials, alongside operational notes and press releases as necessary. The team will also participate in monthly Committee meetings and related events, providing essential communications support and regular progress updates, ensuring that media strategies and issues are effectively discussed. Overall, these services aim to enhance the visibility and communication effectiveness of the CSPL's work.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b026f38-05c5-4b5a-87ee-0d715b12725c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below 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

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jul 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2023 - 31 Jul 2025 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
CABINET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AS
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

D F PRESS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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