Tender

Brand consultancy, full marketing service, design and digital 2017 - 21

COBALT HOUSING E-TENDERING

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27 Apr 2017 at 12:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is conducted by Cobalt Housing e-Tendering, focusing on acquiring brand consultancy and comprehensive marketing services for their operations in Liverpool, Merseyside. This tender, titled "Brand consultancy, full marketing service, design and digital 2017 - 21," is currently in the planning stage and is set to culminate with the final proposal submission deadline on 16th May 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 1st August 2017 for an initial period of 12 months, with a possible extension to a maximum of four years based on supplier performance. The total contract value is estimated at £150,000, with a minimum spend of £20,000, as part of the open procurement method. The services required fall under the Advertising and Marketing sector, with the relevant industry classification codes indicating a strong focus on marketing management consultancy and direct marketing services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in marketing and consultancy services to expand their clientele, particularly those that can offer innovative marketing strategies and solutions tailored to the housing sector. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, given the tender's emphasis on connectivity and outreach to tenants and customers. Companies that excel in delivering comprehensive marketing plans, digital communications, and the day-to-day management of marketing services will find this project aligns closely with their capabilities, allowing them to secure a long-term partnership with Cobalt Housing.

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Notice Title

Brand consultancy, full marketing service, design and digital 2017 - 21

Notice Description

Cobalt is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified supplier to provide a range of marketing services. This pre-qualification questionnaire stage will form the evaluation criteria to shortlist up to four suppliers to be invited to submit a final proposal at invitation to tender stage. The point of contact for the project will be the Customer Insight Manager. Cobalt Housing have worked alongside a Communication Team based at Symphony Housing. As we are now moving towards our de-merger and independence we are seeking an organisation that can not only review our services and produce a marketing plan but deliver the day to day publication requirements to run the business. Connectivity for our tenants and wider customer group is a key objective when engaging and providing information. The contract will run for an initial 12 month period will an anticipated start date of 1st August 2017. At its own discretion, Cobalt will have the option to extend for further 12 month periods, at a maximum of 4 total years, dependant on the performance of the Supplier. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ab459148-cb95-498a-9e9c-b21c010ea015
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91b6a272-c419-4176-8f6f-e10dbfe2673d
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, VCSE
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

79342000 - Marketing services

79342100 - Direct marketing services

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2017 - 31 Jul 2018 6-12 months
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
COBALT HOUSING E-TENDERING
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MERSEYSIDE
Postcode
L11 2SF
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
West Derby Muirhead
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Walton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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