Tender

GB-Sheffield: Midland Engine Investment PR Tender

BRITISH BUSINESS BANK

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Tender

20 Nov 2018 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The British Business Bank is seeking a corporate communications and PR agency through an open tender for the "Midland Engine Investment PR Tender." This procurement process is classified under marketing services and is located in Sheffield, UK. The tender period is set to end on 19 December 2018, with the contract commencing on 1 February 2019 and concluding on 31 January 2021. The estimated contract value ranges between £100,000 and £500,000, aimed specifically at enhancing the fund's profile among stakeholders and the media. Interested parties should focus on the requirements set out for the procurement as selection criteria will determine successful bidders.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the marketing and communications sector. Agencies that specialise in corporate communications and public relations, particularly those with experience in financial services or related fields, will be well-positioned to compete. The emphasis on developing brand visibility and stakeholder engagement within the context of gap finance offers a unique avenue for businesses to leverage their expertise in PR and marketing strategies within the Midlands region.

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Notice Title

GB-Sheffield: Midland Engine Investment PR Tender

Notice Description

The British Business Bank is looking for a corporate communications and PR agency for the Midlands Engine Investment Fund who can work with us, strategically and operationally, to continue with the develop of the fund's profile amongst key influencers, stakeholders, the financial intermediary market, SMEs and the media as a provider of gap finance. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-86978107-815c-473a-9476-66a1e4133c37
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2473506-6a67-443c-be06-3a22c4f21a35
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
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

79342000 - Marketing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2019 - 31 Jan 2021 2-3 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
BRITISH BUSINESS BANK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2GQ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

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