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PROGRAMME COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Programme Communications Manager tender is managed by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, headquartered in London. This contract, amounting to £68,500, falls under the category of Legal advisory and information services and was initiated on November 23, 2020, with a contract term concluding on May 21, 2021. The procurement method employed is selective, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the tender period ended on October 23, 2020. Key stakeholders include the buying organisation, Defra, which emphasises the use of an E-tendering system through Bravo Solutions for procurement activities.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) equipped to deliver integrated communication and marketing strategies. Businesses with expertise in communications, digital marketing, stakeholder engagement, and evaluation are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Additionally, the comprehensive nature of the project could encourage partnerships among firms that can provide complementary skills and resources, enhancing their chances of success in future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PROGRAMME COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Notice Description

Design and develop integrated communication, digital and marketing strategies and initiate both reactive and proactive campaigns driven by insight and data. Work constructively with colleagues and partners to gain expert opinions. Collaborate and support workstream leads and programme colleagues with delivery of a compelling narrative and communication tools to underpin programme outcomes. Support and enable relationships with key stakeholders, advocates and partners, to gather intelligence and build situational awareness. Develop and manage responses to commissions and briefings ensuring to effectively manage the full end-to-end process from commission to completion. Develop a knowledge base, working with and through programme colleagues, to act as a repository of information and communication products. Support the evaluation of effectiveness against objectives. Review lessons learned and compare with industry best practice to identify areas for improvement for future communication strategies Ensure and commit to individual and organisational learning and talent development in order to enhance organisational capability. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5a796b48-0bc0-44a4-922c-ab21ce0fecda
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9fcab021-b61c-41ad-9b00-66265d979244
Current Stage
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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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79140000 - Legal advisory and information services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£68,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£68,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
23 Nov 2020 - 21 May 2021 1-6 months
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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SP1J 3JR
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified
Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INVESTIGO

Further Information

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