Tender

Public Relations Contract for Tower Bridge and The Monument

THE CITY OF LONDON

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Tender

18 Dec 2019 at 12:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of London is inviting tenders for a Public Relations Contract focused on Tower Bridge and The Monument, classified under public relations services. This procurement, which has an estimated value of £172,000 and a minimum value of £168,000, is currently in the tender stage. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2020 and will last for two years, with the possibility of extension up to four years in total. Interested parties must express their interest by 17th January 2020 to access the tender documents, available through registration on a specified platform, with submissions required before the tender deadline.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in public relations, particularly those able to conduct campaigns that enhance brand awareness and promote cultural heritage sites. Companies with experience in managing large-scale publicity efforts, particularly within the tourism sector, will find this tender well-suited. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the City of London is looking to harness innovative approaches to maintain a positive public perception of its key landmarks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Public Relations Contract for Tower Bridge and The Monument

Notice Description

The City of London Corporation (the City) invites Tenders for the provision of Public Relations Contract for Tower Bridge & The Monument. The successful bidder will use various public relations methods to generate positive publicity for Tower Bridge and The Monument (with the majority of time to be dedicated to Tower Bridge). They will ensure Tower Bridge and The Monument maintain a positive public perception throughout the year and that all avenues for promotion are fully utilized as part of a comprehensive PR plan. The main focus of this contract is to make visitors aware that Tower Bridge and The Monument exist as tourist and cultural destinations that can be entered and explored, rather than just viewed from the outside; and, of course, building brand awareness following the recent Tower Bridge re branding. The duration of the contract is 2 years, subject to the right of the City (at its sole discretion) to exercise its right to extend the Contract by up to 24 months in two 12-month increments. The maximum length of the contract is therefore 4 years. Additional information: In order to download the tender documents you are required to register on www.capitalesourcing.com. Once registered, please express your interest in the tender opportunity and you will then be able to download the documentation. To note; the tender documentation will not be emailed under any circumstances.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/775226dc-e7d0-4fb2-9567-05e57b8b7cf2
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£172,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 1 Apr 2024 4-5 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 CITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
Robert Pine
Contact Email
robert.pine@cityoflondon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2P 2EJ
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

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