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GB-Epping: Public Relations & Communications Services

EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL

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06 Feb 2020 at 14:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "GB-Epping: Public Relations & Communications Services" was led by Epping Forest District Council, located in Epping, Eastern England. This open tender, classified under public relations consultancy services, has a contract value of £104,000. Key dates include a tender period that ended on 5th February 2020, with the contract scheduled to commence on 7th February 2020 and conclude on 5th February 2021. The procurement method was an open procedure, allowing any qualified business to submit a bid.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in public relations, communications, and marketing, particularly those that can provide both digital and traditional PR services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement was designed with them in mind. Successful bidders will have the chance to collaborate closely with the Harlow & Gilston Garden Town project team, offering them not only a platform for tangible growth but also the chance to enhance their reputational standing in the public sector.

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Notice Title

GB-Epping: Public Relations & Communications Services

Notice Description

The panel are seeking to procure digital and traditional PR, Communications & Marketing support services for the Harlow & Gilston Garden Town project. These services will not only provide media expertise but give political counsel and insight to the HGGT project team, which includes a dedicated Comms and Engagement Officer. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b8babdc4-013a-41fa-8659-ead9355c6efd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ac48762e-2050-4b2a-97d8-21885691e65d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20206 years ago
Contract Period
7 Feb 2020 - 5 Feb 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EPPING FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Dominic Warren
Contact Email
procurement@braintree.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01376551414

Buyer Location

Locality
EPPING
Postcode
CM16 4BZ
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH35 West Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Epping Forest
Electoral Ward
Epping West & Rural
Westminster Constituency
Epping Forest

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NEWINGTON COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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