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Public Relations Consultant, The Wordsworth Trust, Grasmere

WORDSWORTH TRUST

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14 Sep 2018 at 16:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Wordsworth Trust is conducting a tender for a Public Relations Consultant to manage communications for the "Reimagining Wordsworth" project, located in Grasmere, North West England. The project, funded by a £6 million Heritage Lottery Fund grant, aims to enhance the Wordsworth Trust's profile ahead of the poet's 250th birthday in 2020. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with submissions due by 8th October 2018. The total budget for this contracted service is set at £20,000, which includes VAT and expenses, with the contract beginning in January 2019 and running until June 2020. The procurement method is an open procedure, designed for greater accessibility for interested bidders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for creative communications agencies and public relations firms looking to expand their portfolios within the cultural heritage sector. Businesses that can demonstrate a strong track record in delivering impactful PR campaigns and managing complex stakeholder communications are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. With a focus on national and international audience engagement and impactful storytelling surrounding Wordsworth's legacy, this project offers an exciting chance for such entities to showcase their capabilities and help cultivate a celebratory atmosphere for a major literary milestone.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Public Relations Consultant, The Wordsworth Trust, Grasmere

Notice Description

The Wordsworth Trust is looking for a dynamic and creative communications agency to create and execute a campaign around Reimagining Wordsworth, a 6 million GBP HLF funded project which will result in a redeveloped offer on the site in Town End (Grasmere), a new brand identity for the organisation, and an exciting new programme of activities, in time for a national celebration of Wordsworth's 250th birthday in 2020. With a complex timeline of events, a broad and far-reaching audience and many stakeholders, the PR requirements are substantial. The appointed PR agency will form an integral part of the project team, will be critical to building awareness about the Wordsworth Trust, growing our profile nationally and internationally, and developing a strategic approach to communicating the scope and ambition of Reimagining Wordsworth. Core Objectives of PR Campaign Deliver strong press coverage at every phase of the campaign in both trade and mainstream national media, clearly communicating the progress of the project and marking key milestones. Build momentum and awareness of the 250th anniversary of Wordsworth's birth in 2020, laying the groundwork for a major launch moment and reopening of the site and supporting other activities planned during the anniversary year. One of the key aims of Reimagining Wordsworth is for the Wordsworth Trust to encapsulate the spirit of Wordsworth and present ourselves as a relevant, exciting, radical and inspiring organisation. ...ch of the project. Develop an initial framework for the proposed plan to communicate the objectives and activities of Reimagining Wordsworth to identified stakeholders, both national and international, ensuring this activity aligns with the plans of our local PR consultant. Discuss initial proposals with the Marketing and Communications Manager and the project steering group. Produce a detailed plan, including timings, budget and resources, which sets out the exact programme of activities/events to be developed as part of the PR campaign. Ensure performance metrics are clear, measurable and achievable. Implement communications plan, ensuring regular communication with the Wordsworth Trust team and sign off on all activity. Liaise with funders (principally the Heritage Lottery Fund) and members of the professional team as appropriate. Produce written update report for the project steering group and Marketing and Communications Manager on a monthly basis, and the Communications and Fundraising Committee on a quarterly basis. Produce a detailed evaluation report of PR activity following project launch. Timetable This contract will run from January 2019 to June 2020. Budget The guide price for this contract is GBP20,000 (including VAT and expenses). Applicants are asked to submit a detailed budget for the work, including a breakdown of fees and allocation of time for each member of the consultant's team. Quotations should be inclusive of VAT and all expenses.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2dcdd62-e61c-4b7e-9234-d2ddc110d65e
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 (below 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

79416000 - Public relations services

79416100 - Public relations management services

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 2020 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WORDSWORTH TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AMBLESIDE
Postcode
LA22 9SH
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Windermere and Ambleside
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Further Information

Notice Documents

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