Tender

Student Creative Agency University of Sunderland

UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

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Tender

18 May 2023 at 13:13

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sunderland's Faculty of Arts & Creative Industries is seeking proposals from organisations to partner in the delivery of a commercial creative agency for its students. The contract, valued at GBP £164,000 over 4 years, aims to provide students with hands-on experience in delivering creative projects. The closing date for tender submissions is 12 noon on Monday 19th June 2023. The contract period is expected to start on 1st August 2023 and end on 31st July 2026, with a possible extension to July 2027.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses in the business services sector, particularly those offering consultancy services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) well-versed in business development and management consultancy are suited for this tender. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the location of the contract is at the University of Sunderland in Sunderland, United Kingdom. Businesses interested in gaining experience in the education sector and working with students can benefit from participating in this tender.

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Notice Title

Student Creative Agency University of Sunderland

Notice Description

The University of Sunderland's Faculty of Arts & Creative Industries is seeking proposals from organisations with relevant proven experience and expertise to partner in the delivery of a commercial creative agency for its students. The purpose of this partnership is to provide students with the opportunity to gain hands-on, authentic experience in delivering creative projects for paying clients, to develop their skills, and to prepare them for their future careers. The contract is expected to commence 1st August 2023 to 31st July 2026 (with up to 1 year extension taking it to a possible July 2027). The overall contract value is estimated at GBP PS164,000 over 4 years' (the maximum contract length) ie GBP PS41,000 per annum (excluding VAT where applicable) - note there are no guarantees on spend levels. We also reserve the right to spend an additional 100% of the original anticipated value, subject to changes to requirements across the University for the duration of the award. Closing date for tender submissions is 12 noon - Monday 19th June 2023 Additional information: Expressions of interest and tender documents are available via In-Tend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/ Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description Any commissions under this contract or framework maybe subject to external funding from bodies such as ERDF, DfE, Arts Council, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEP, etc and the successful supplier will be expected to work with the University on any funding applications where appropriate. This list of funding bodies is not exhaustive. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ab7bf82-e867-4876-ab5f-c361620a2a5a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£164,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jun 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2023 - 31 Jul 2026 3-4 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
UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND
Contact Name
Andrea Brook
Contact Email
andrea.brook@sunderland.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0191 515 2851

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3SD
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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