Tender

GB-London: Public Affairs Consultancy

RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD

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Tender

28 Nov 2018 at 16:12

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) is seeking a public affairs consultancy to support its objectives amid a review of the UK's railway system. The tender, titled "GB-London: Public Affairs Consultancy," falls under the services category, specifically focusing on public relations consultancy services. This open procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 14 December 2018. The contract is valued at between £50,000 and £100,000 and is expected to commence on 7 January 2019, lasting until 31 December 2020. The consultancy services are to be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in public relations and consultancy services. Businesses that excel in strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing public affairs would be particularly well-positioned to compete. Winning this contract could enhance an SME's visibility and credibility in the industry while contributing significantly to their growth and expansion within the public sector landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-London: Public Affairs Consultancy

Notice Description

On 20 September 2018, Transport Secretary, Chris Grayling, announced an independent review of the UK railways system led by former BA Chief Executive Keith Williams, supported by an external expert challenge panel. The Government has set out the terms of reference of the review (and the membership of the panel). https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/rail-review#terms-of-reference Although not a huge player, the focus on industry structures means that RSSB, and its role within the wider rail industry, will almost certainly be subject to review. RSSB needs to be in a position where it can both ensure it is positively represented by key industry stakeholders and, to an extent, be able to influence the outcome of the review. We are therefore sourcing advanced consultancy support to advise RSSB on how best to approach to this. Specifically, the supplier must raise the profile and positioning of RSSB among political and industry stakeholders to support delivery of organisational objectives and develop and assist with the implementation of a public affairs strategy which will detail how RSSB should position itself and the activity it should undertake in order to influence key industry stakeholders and ensure it seen as a key player in any future rail structure. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ee50244-f90f-455d-933e-4f5f9f14c8f1
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

79416000 - Public relations services

79416100 - Public relations management services

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2020 1-2 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
RAIL SAFETY AND STANDARDS BOARD
Contact Name
as above
Contact Email
gemma.pearson@rssb.co.uk
Contact Phone
02031425357

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2M 2RB
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Bunhill
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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