Tender

Media Services - 2025

UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Hertfordshire has issued an open tender for strategic and operational media services under the title "Media Services - 2025," classified in the advertising campaign services and public relations services industry categories. The initial contract period is three years, with the possibility of a two-year extension in one-year increments based on performance. The final submission deadline is 7 March 2025 at 12:00. Tender submissions should be made through the University's e-tendering system. The contract's value is estimated between £6.8 million and £8.5 million, covering the South East region of the United Kingdom, with the contract commencing on 1 May 2025 and concluding on 30 April 2028.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in media, advertising, and public relations services. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, aligning with the suitability criteria emphasised by the University. The successful agency will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with the University and its subsidiaries, providing a platform to showcase expertise and enhance their portfolio through a prestigious academic institution. Leveraging digital and traditional media strategies, the tender offers substantial business growth prospects for companies adept in comprehensive media management and campaign execution.

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Notice Title

Media Services - 2025

Notice Description

The University and its subsidiary companies are looking to recruit one agency for strategic and operational media services. It is intended that the contract will run for an initial period of three years with the option to extend by a further two years in one-year increments, subject to satisfactory performance. Full details of the business requirements can be found within the tender pack documents which will be available via In-Tend when prospective bidders express interest. Please return your tender in a timely manner such that it arrives no later than 7th of March 2025 at 12:00:00. Any submissions returned after this will not be considered. Additional information: Tender documentation is available at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofhertfordshire under the Current Tenders link where you can view the project details. If the tender is of further interest, express an interest in the project and register your organisation with our e-tendering system. Once your registration has been accepted, and you have received your login details by email, you can login to view and download the tender documentation in the My Tenders section of the website. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46223337-8c2e-4e6d-92fd-7669d22abf33
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

79341000 - Advertising services

79341400 - Advertising campaign services

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2025 - 30 Apr 2028 3-4 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
UNIVERSITY OF HERTFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
AL10 9AB
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Hatfield South West
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Further Information

Notice Documents

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