Planning

Summer Reading Scheme

LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM

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Planning

10 Dec 2024 at 10:30

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Newham is initiating the planning stage for a procurement titled "Summer Reading Scheme" within the library services industry category. This scheme is targeted for implementation across 10 libraries in Newham, London (E16 2QU). The key date to note is the engagement end date on 17th December 2024, by which interested providers should confirm their participation. The full delivery of materials is expected by early May 2025. The scheme aims to encourage around 40,000 children to read from June to September annually, with resources for both regular and younger participants.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses with experience in running large-scale reading schemes and marketing campaigns. Ideal candidates include suppliers with over five years of relevant experience, particularly those skilled in creating marketing materials and managing multimedia campaigns across television, radio, and social media. SMEs are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the specified requirements, including the creation of bilingual resources and the ability to evaluate the scheme's impact. Interested parties should contact Caroline Rae by 17th December 2024 to confirm their capability to deliver all aspects of the scheme.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Summer Reading Scheme

Notice Description

Newham Libraries are looking for a supplier who would provide materials for a summer reading scheme across 10 libraries. It would run from June to September each year and would have around 40,000 children taking part. Physical resources should include: * a joining leaflet / pamphlet to track progress with the challenge. * Rewards such as stickers * a variety of incentives to encourage children to keep reading. * At the end there would be a medal and a certificate. * A range of marketing materials including posters in different sizes, banners, pull-ups * Accessories including t-shirts and lanyards for young volunteers. * Resources also available in languages other than English * Downloadable supporting documentation - activities, presentations, instructions, template letters * Evaluation of the scheme * Website for online participation with gamification and book recommendations * A linked winter reading scheme Age appropriate There should be two versions of the scheme - the regular scheme for all children over 4 and a simplified scheme for younger children. Design The scheme would have a change of theme each year and would be illustrated by established children's illustrators. Any illustrated characters must be representative of children who are taking part in the challenge. Marketing and Experience We would be especially interested in suppliers who have experience of marketing in television, radio and social media and will run a media marketing campaign including, but not restricted to, press releases and adverts. Celebratory ambassadors who would encourage children to read. We are looking for a supplier who has more than 5 years' experience of running a scheme like this. Evaluation Experience of evaluating the reading scheme with experience of wider research into the benefits of children reading over the summer. Dates All materials should be delivered in early May 2025. The opportunity is open to any provider with relevant experience and able to meet all the requirements above. To potentially participate in this opportunity, please contact Caroline.Rae@newham.gov.uk confirming whether you can meet all these requirements by CoP 17/12/2024.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9c09651-0b90-4ea7-b9e9-710fa15b4dd6
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Dec 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E16 2QU
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Royal Albert
Westminster Constituency
West Ham and Beckton

Further Information

Notice Documents

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