Tender

MCA Marketing & Communications Framework

WEST OF ENGLAND COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

05 Sep 2024 at 08:25

Tender

05 Sep 2024 at 08:21

Tender

01 Aug 2024 at 13:42

Summary of the contracting process

The West of England Combined Authority is inviting bids for its "MCA Marketing & Communications Framework" contract. This procurement process aims to establish a comprehensive framework for marketing and communication services to support various public sector organisations. The framework will be divided into seven lots, each focusing on specific service areas, and suppliers can bid for one or multiple lots based on their expertise. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with an open procurement method. Key dates include the tender period ending on 20th September 2024, and the contract period set from 21st October 2024 to 31st October 2028. The contracting process falls under the advertising and marketing services industry category, with significant representation across multiple regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the UK.

This tender provides a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in marketing and communication to collaborate with the Mayoral Combined Authority and the Metro Mayor. Companies capable of delivering national media planning, and aligning with strategic communication objectives, stand to benefit from this framework. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the contract is well-suited for their capabilities. This extensive framework not only promises consistent business over four years but also amplifies the reach and impact of the participating agencies in managing high-profile campaigns and events across various public sectors.

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Notice Title

MCA Marketing & Communications Framework

Notice Description

This Framework Contract aims to provide the Combined Authority (CA) and associated public sector organisations with a comprehensive framework for marketing and communication services. The goal is to achieve the best outcomes for communication campaigns and events while ensuring value for money. This contract will be divided into seven lots, each addressing specific service areas. Suppliers are invited to bid on one or multiple lots based on their expertise. Scope of Services Agencies will work with the Mayoral Combined Authority and the Metro Mayor to meet the national media planning and delivery requirements related to campaigns spanning across multiple Directorates and aligned with the Metro Mayor's priorities. The national media strategy will complement the existing work of the Mayoral Combined Authority Communications & Marketing team and its local and regional media engagement to ensure a unified media strategy aligned with the organisation's wider communications objectives. Interested parties should register at https://weca-atamis.my.site.com/s/Welcome to view documents and submit bids.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edee18bf-f7f5-44ed-a30c-cfa2fb8a9e10
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

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Oct 2024 - 31 Oct 2028 4-5 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
WEST OF ENGLAND COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6EW
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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