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Connect Derby Marketing and Public Relations Services and Activities

DERBY CITY COUNCIL

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14 Nov 2019 at 10:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by Derby City Council, focusing on the provision of marketing and public relations services for the Connect Derby project, which is a £30 million initiative designed to support various businesses in the East Midlands region. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract awarded on 29 October 2019, and the contract is set to run from 7 November 2019 to 6 November 2022. The total contract value is £339,000, and it was procured using an open procedure above the threshold, allowing for wider participation in the tendering process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for firms specialising in marketing, consulting, and public relations services that have a strong understanding of the Derby property market. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in these fields are well-suited to compete, as the contracting authority actively seeks to engage businesses capable of addressing the strategic marketing needs and occupancy challenges of flexible workspace solutions. The successful bidder has the potential to establish a long-term relationship with Derby City Council, enhancing their portfolio and credibility in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Connect Derby Marketing and Public Relations Services and Activities

Notice Description

Connect Derby is Derby City Council's (DCC) PS30m managed workspace (MW) project that is funded by various funding partners, predominantly by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). Connect Derby has created seven highly flexible workspaces in the city which have been purposely designed to accommodate the needs of micro businesses, single entrepreneurs and social enterprises through to SME's. The aims of the Contract are to: * Maintain the current Connect Derby brand and buildings as the primary managed workspace in the City of Derby; * To identify opportunities to maintain and increase occupancy levels * To establish a marketing strategy and action plan for the new grow on space (this work is not guaranteed and is subject to budget availability) * To undertake feasibility and option analysis on the office marketing and regeneration developmental opportunities within the city (this work is not guaranteed and is subject to budget availability) The successful tenderer should be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the Derby property market and the general economics of the City.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49b52ce4-5c10-4385-a04d-3aa71abfbc75
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£339,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£339,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
7 Nov 2019 - 6 Nov 2022 3-4 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
DERBY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 2FS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BH PR & COMMUNICATIONS LTD & RIGBY & CO (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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