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Press Association Media Point Service

HS2

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20 Aug 2021 at 11:23

Summary of the contracting process

HS2 Ltd has successfully completed a procurement process for the "Press Association Media Point Service," contracting PA Media Group Limited for the provision of national news and content services over a period of three years, commencing on 17 August 2021 and concluding on 16 August 2024. This procurement, valued at £19,750, falls under the category of communication services and was executed through a single tender action, deemed necessary as it was below the required threshold. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the contract awarded on 16 August 2021.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the communication and media services sector, particularly those offering national news and content solutions. Companies capable of providing diverse and high-quality media services, including large-scale news agencies and content providers, should consider pursuing similar contracts. The collaboration with a prominent buyer like HS2 could also enhance visibility and credibility within the industry, setting a foundation for future growth and partnerships.

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Notice Title

Press Association Media Point Service

Notice Description

HS2 Ltd have appointed PA Media Group for the provision of national news and content services for the next three (3) years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ba5aee55-8232-43f5-a38e-0e1c90ef5bea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc946f2e-e000-4358-a0b9-ca322cf0fe52
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£19,750 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,750 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
16 Aug 2021 - 16 Aug 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HS2
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PA MEDIA GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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