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Communications planning and media buying in Northern Ireland

THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION

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18 Aug 2017 at 14:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Electoral Commission is seeking a qualified agency for the tender titled "Communications planning and media buying in Northern Ireland." This contract, categorised under services related to radio, television, and communication equipment, is set to commence on 9 January 2018, with an end date of 8 January 2024. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a tender period that closes on 5 October 2017. The estimated contract value is £625,000, with a minimum value of £500,000. The agency must have a strong understanding of the Northern Ireland media landscape and political environment, as well as the ability to deliver cost-effective, innovative solutions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for agencies specialising in media buying and communications, particularly those with experience in electoral campaigns and voter engagement. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in the Northern Ireland media market and a track record of successful campaign strategies will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. As it involves a substantial contract with a potential extension, this is a valuable opportunity for growth and to enhance reputational visibility through impactful electoral outreach initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Communications planning and media buying in Northern Ireland

Notice Description

The Electoral Commission requires an agency to plan and deliver a multi-campaign strategy (communications planning and media buying) to drive voter registration and disseminate voter information across a range of electoral events in Northern Ireland. The successful agency must have and demonstrate knowledge and awareness of the political environment and the media market in Northern Ireland. The contract will be for three years, with the option to extend for up to three additional years (3 + 1 + 1 + 1) subject to yearly status reviews. The contract will start on 9 January 2018 and (if renewed in full) will be until 8 January 2024. Our overall objective is to increase the number of eligible people registered to vote for each electoral event. We are looking in particular for an agency to demonstrate value for money, specialist knowledge and experience of the Northern Ireland media market, innovation, effective client and business operations, and an understanding of our objectives, audiences and unique requirements. Following this pre-selection questionnaire stage, successful agencies will be invited to submit written proposals which will be evaluated, and shortlisted agencies will be invited to give pitch presentations in Belfast.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05ee21ae-8c12-4387-86db-5d43b106fe71
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£625,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Oct 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jan 2018 - 8 Jan 2024 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC1Y 8YZ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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