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GB-Sheffield: Scotland - Regional PR Support

BRITISH BUSINESS BANK

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29 Apr 2021 at 15:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Scotland - Regional PR Support" contract was initiated by the British Business Bank, a government-owned economic development bank based in Sheffield, UK. This contract falls under the industry category of public relations management services, specifically aimed at supporting smaller businesses across the UK. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 31st March 2021, while the contract commenced on 1st April 2021 and is set to end on 31st March 2023. The total contract value is £128,000, and the delivery is intended for the region of Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operating in the public relations sector, particularly those focusing on regional communication and finance accessibility. Businesses that are well-suited to compete for this contract should have expertise in public relations strategies and the ability to engage effectively with local stakeholders, such as business growth hubs and local authorities, to enhance the awareness of financing options tailored for smaller businesses in Scotland. With an emphasis on addressing regional financial imbalances, companies that can demonstrate innovative approaches to communication and stakeholder engagement will find valuable prospects for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Sheffield: Scotland - Regional PR Support

Notice Description

In the 2021/2022 financial year, the British Business Bank's communications strategy and plan focused on supporting two of the Bank's six business objectives: 1.Business Objective: Be the centre of expertise on smaller business finance in the UK, providing advice and support to Government. Communications objectives: *Establish and enhance the Bank's position as the centre of expertise on smaller business finance in the UK, seen as a prominent thought leader and stakeholder in Scotland *Raise awareness of the Bank's role in increasing the supply of finance and creating a more diverse finance market to its target audiences in Scotland, including media and local stakeholders such as business growth hubs, local authorities, councillors and financial intermediaries. *Demonstrate that the Bank is a catalyst for change in reducing regional imbalances in access to finance *Protect the Bank's reputation in times of crisis 2.Business Objective: We identify and help to reduce imbalances in access to finance for smaller businesses across the UK to encourage and enable SMEs to seek the finance best suited to their needs. Communications objectives: *Champion access to finance for smaller businesses and celebrate their success *Raise awareness of the finance options available to smaller businesses across the UK for start-up, scale-up and stay ahead businesses *Establish the Bank as the expert on independent and impartial information for smaller businesses by raising awareness of the Business Finance Guide and the Finance Hub 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-928f29a3-5dda-484e-a6bb-16bc1b94e03a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36174418-2102-45eb-a785-5c474d9d1d9a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£128,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£128,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 1-2 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
BRITISH BUSINESS BANK
Contact Name
Jocelyn Marlow
Contact Email
jocelyn.marlow@british-business-bank.co.uk
Contact Phone
01142127821

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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRAME CREATIVE PR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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