Tender

Provision of Digital Account Management Services for Blackpool Entertainment Company Ltd

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Jul 2025 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of digital account management services for the Blackpool Entertainment Company Ltd to boost its digital advertising strategies. The procurement, titled "Provision of Digital Account Management Services for Blackpool Entertainment Company Ltd," falls under the 'Advertising and marketing services' industry category, identified by CPV code 79340000. The digital services are intended primarily for the Winter Gardens Blackpool, with a contract value of £70,000. The closing date for tender submissions is set for 25 July 2025, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 18 August 2025, lasting through to 17 August 2027. The procurement follows an open procedure, and the services are to be delivered in the UK.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in digital advertising and marketing, especially those with a focus on digital platforms like Google Search and Meta advertising. Companies with the capability to provide strategic advisory services and develop tailored campaigns for events will find this contract conducive to business growth. Although Blackpool Council, the buying organisation, has not marked this opportunity as specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with experience in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry would be well-positioned to deliver the required services and expand their market presence.

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Notice Title

Provision of Digital Account Management Services for Blackpool Entertainment Company Ltd

Notice Description

Winter Gardens Blackpool is seeking a digital account management partner to oversee and optimise its digital advertising campaigns, with a focus on Google Search and the development of bespoke campaigns for individual shows and events. The appointed supplier will also provide strategic support for in-house Meta advertising and advise on other potential digital channels as needed. Only clarifications raised via The Chest will be responded to. https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=232d4878-b558-f011-813a-005056b64545

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5287c442-e3a2-43e5-a3a5-35b32ef65e94
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Aug 2025 - 17 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY1 3AH
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

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