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(NU/1589 - 24) Content marketing strategy for CPD provision at Newcastle University

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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10 Jun 2021 at 08:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Newcastle University is focused on developing a content marketing strategy for its Lifelong Learning, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and Apprenticeship offerings. This tender, titled "(NU/1589 - 24) Content marketing strategy for CPD provision at Newcastle University," falls under the services industry and is classified using the CPV code 79000000 for business services. The contract is set within the North East region of England, with a total value of £20,000. The procurement method utilised was selective, following a restricted procedure, and the tender was awarded on 8th June 2021, with the contract period running from 10th June to 31st July 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs, particularly those specialising in marketing consultancy and content production services. Companies skilled in SEO, content marketing strategy development, and multimedia production—such as short video content—are well-suited to compete. The successful contract aims to enhance income and attendance at the university's CPD courses, which presents a viable market for businesses looking to expand their client base in the education sector.

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Notice Title

(NU/1589 - 24) Content marketing strategy for CPD provision at Newcastle University

Notice Description

We are seeking to appoint a supplier to undertake content marketing work for the university's Lifelong Learning, CPD and Apprenticeship provision. Newcastle University has a strategic project to bring together Lifelong Learning (LL), Continous Professional Development (CPD), and Degree Apprenticeships, and short courses into a single online website. A key driver for this project is to increase income and attendance at Newcastle University from its CPD and apprenticeship courses. The supplier specifically is required to have the ability to provide the following services: 1) Carry out in-depth keyphrase research to identify SEO opportunities. 2) Carry out an audit of existing content on the CPD webpages and compare it with the content provided about CPD by other universities or other competitors. 3) Create a content marketing strategy based on the audit and keyphrase research, with recommendations to take forward for the future. 4) Create 3-4 initial pieces of written content based on the recommended content strategy, in conjunction with the internal team who will help identify and arrange access to interviewees, focusing on impact and benefit to the learner/employer 5) Create 3-4 short 1-2 minute videos about the University's CPD provision, in line with the strategy, in conjunction with the internal team who will help identify and arrange access to interviewees, focusing on impact and benefit to the learner/employer.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/356b8fca-047e-4ac5-a065-e037c9349790
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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


CPV Codes

48480000 - Sales, marketing and business intelligence software package

48481000 - Sales or marketing software package

72210000 - Programming services of packaged software products

72212480 - Sales, marketing and business intelligence software development services

72212481 - Sales or marketing software development services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

79342000 - Marketing services

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,365 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
9 Jun 2021 - 31 Jul 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 7RU
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIDESHOW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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