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CA14192 - Milton Keynes College (MKC) Request for Quote (RFQ) for PR Services

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

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AwardUpdate

23 Sep 2024 at 16:51

Award Notice
Tender

05 Jun 2024 at 12:03

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Milton Keynes College has completed a public procurement process for PR services, with the total contract value amounting to £90,000 GBP. The award, under the identifier CA14192, was published on 5th June 2024 and concluded on 23rd September 2024. This contract falls under the "Public relations services" CPV code 79416000 and covers delivery across various regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and British Oversea Territories. The process followed an open procedure, ensuring a transparent and competitive selection of the supplier. The awarded supplier, VirtuBrands Media Ltd, will provide services from 1st September 2024 through 31st August 2027.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in public relations to partner with a reputable educational institution like Milton Keynes College. Given the open procedure, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) had a fair chance to compete, fostering a healthy competitive environment. Companies with expertise in strategic communication, media relations, and brand management would particularly benefit from such collaborations, aiding in their business growth and expansion. Additionally, the scope covering multiple regions offers a broader operational footprint, enhancing the visibility and operational reach of the awarded PR firm.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA14192 - Milton Keynes College (MKC) Request for Quote (RFQ) for PR Services

Notice Description

Milton Keynes is looking for a supplier to provide PR services To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA14192. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA14192 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a4ea7c7-7bc3-4d07-bf2f-8d51c5cca21a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38f91aee-eb1d-49f1-a59c-d7ca825cb44d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 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
MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK6 5LP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Woughton & Fishermead
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIRTUBRANDS MEDIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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