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Procurement of a Marketing & Communications Agency to support millions to move

HEALTH INNOVATION NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA

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30 Jun 2026 at 07:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria sought a marketing and communications agency to support a national programme promoting physical activity across England. This contract, under the identification "AHSN001-DN810840-64245701", falls within the industry category of business services, specifically covering areas like law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. It utilised a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure, with the tender period concluding on 12th April 2026. The contract was awarded to Freud Communications on 7th May 2026, covering a contract period from 13th May 2026 to 13th May 2028. The buying organisation is based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, and the total contract value is £4,377,046.50.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand within the marketing and communications sectors, particularly those capable of handling large-scale campaigns aimed at increasing physical activity nationwide. SMEs were encouraged to participate, highlighting the suitability for businesses that are flexible and highly responsive to dynamic project requirements. While the contract has been awarded, similar future opportunities may arise, offering significant growth potential for proficient agencies with expertise in developing strategic communications initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of a Marketing & Communications Agency to support millions to move

Notice Description

HI NENC is commissioning an agency partner to design and deliver the marketing, PR, and communications strategy for a national programme designed to increase physical activity and reduce inactivity across Englan

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7b75b9ee-4b59-4c67-a167-61a8d7a7992b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddfb1529-d10f-40c1-8920-d4d7b72ffcfb
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,377,046 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
12 May 2026 - 13 May 2028 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
HEALTH INNOVATION NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
Postcode
NE1 4XQ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FREUD COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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