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Lorna Fletcher - Communications Manager (con_25865)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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30 Aug 2024 at 17:24

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education, headquartered in Manchester, England, has completed a public procurement process to hire a Communications Manager. The procurement, classified under "Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security" (CPV: 79000000), was conducted using a "limited" procurement method. The tender, identified as "con_25865," had a competitive quotation process below the threshold. This tender falls under the services category and is suitable for SMEs. The procurement stage is currently in the Award phase, with the contract awarded on 9th May 2024, and the contract period running from 9th May 2024 to 31st December 2024. The contract's total value is £25,000.

This procurement process presents an excellent opportunity for SMEs specialising in communications, marketing, and business services within the United Kingdom. By securing contracts of this nature, firms can enhance their portfolio and build relationships with government entities, opening avenues for future contracts and business growth. The limited procurement method with competitive quotations ensures that smaller businesses have a fair chance to compete, making it an attractive option for businesses looking to expand their market presence by working with established institutions like the Department for Education.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lorna Fletcher - Communications Manager (con_25865)

Notice Description

Communications Manager

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b0da16ba-659e-421e-a827-4c602ddc7241
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4bf85f1e-52cd-41a0-b178-776fcddbeb03
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below 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
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
8 May 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 6-12 months
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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 2WD
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LORNA FLETCHER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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