Tender

City Positioning Marketing Consultancy

MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL

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07 May 2021 at 12:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Milton Keynes Council is currently seeking proposals for a consultancy service titled "City Positioning Marketing Consultancy". This procurement falls under the category of project management consultancy services and aims to enhance the city's appeal as a destination for living, working, and investment. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 11th June 2021. Successful consultants will engage with the council to deliver a compelling narrative showcasing Milton Keynes's strengths and future potential, with the contract expected to commence on 1st July 2021 and run until 28th January 2022.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in marketing consultancy, public relations, and communications sectors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, bringing innovative ideas to enhance the city's image. Firms that specialise in creating engaging narratives and strategic communication across diverse platforms would find this project well-suited to their expertise, potentially leading to increased visibility and enhanced reputation for both the council and the successful bidders.

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Notice Title

City Positioning Marketing Consultancy

Notice Description

As a place, we have significant existing strengths and have developed some great plans for how we will grow and change over the coming decades, but our challenge is in telling that story in a compelling and cohesive way that celebrates the uniqueness of our city. We want to share the great things are already happening here and that more is coming. We want to clearly demonstrate the strengths of our city, which is often underplayed. We want to show what an attractive place this is to invest, to come and live, work and play in. We need a powerful narrative with messaging that works across different audiences and formats. We also need something that creates a buzz and excitement about what is on offer here, that challenges perceptions with an authentic story of Milton Keynes today and its future. And we need this messaging to be fit for the long term, rather than tailored for the specific circumstances we find ourselves in today. Our overall ambition following this work is that the city will notice an increase in visitors with perceptions of Milton Keynes improved. We will see Milton Keynes recognised as a hot spot for investment with a growing reputation as a great place to do business. We will also see more interest in the city as a place to live. Additional information: For any suppliers interested in this opportunity please visit our e-Tendering portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/milton-keynes/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2405071c-6819-4e51-aed1-1c58e4d6334d
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2021 - 28 Jan 2022 6-12 months
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
MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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