Tender

External Communication Co-ordinator - Barrow Borough Council

BARROW IN FURNESS BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

08 Jun 2021 at 07:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Barrow in Furness Borough Council is currently conducting a tender for the position of External Communication Co-ordinator. This procurement process, categorised under miscellaneous business and business-related services (CPV code 79900000), is set to run until 30th June 2021, with the contract commencing on 1st July 2021 and concluding on 3rd July 2023. The procurement method used is an open procedure, allowing for broad participation from interested suppliers. The service will be required to be delivered in Barrow in Furness, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in public relations, communications, and content marketing. Companies with expertise in managing press inquiries and utilising social media platforms effectively will be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, enhancing their visibility and potential partnerships within the public sector. By successfully bidding for this contract, businesses can expand their portfolio while contributing to the enhancement of the Barrow Borough Council brand and its communications strategy.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

External Communication Co-ordinator - Barrow Borough Council

Notice Description

Barrow Borough Council is seeking to appoint a provider to co-ordinate and manage all aspects of external communications for Barrow Borough Council and related brands. The provider will be experienced in content management, handling press inquiries and the use of social media as a positive means of communication. The provider will also give professional support to Council officers to build capacity and will oversee all external and internal communications activity. The provider will deliver a structured PR and content marketing campaign to positively project the Barrow Borough Council brand and to reach the target demographic of customers through a mix of content tailored for appropriate platforms across news, industry and lifestyle brands.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/253081e8-0a13-4d5d-8d7e-47f3f9e374b1
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
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

79900000 - Miscellaneous business and business-related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2021 - 3 Jul 2023 2-3 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
BARROW IN FURNESS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BARROW IN FURNESS
Postcode
LA14 2LD
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Old Barrow and Hindpool
Westminster Constituency
Barrow and Furness

Further Information

Notice Documents

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