Tender

Marketing and Communications for ERDF Herts LCIN project

BUILDING RESEARCH ESTABLISHMENT (BRE)

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Tender

07 Mar 2017 at 17:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Building Research Establishment (BRE) is seeking proposals for the "Marketing and Communications for ERDF Herts LCIN project" through an open tender process. This procurement, classified under marketing services, targets organisations located in the South East of England. The tender was published on 7 March 2017 and will close at 19:00 BST on 11 April 2017, with submissions to be evaluated on 12 April 2017. The selected contractor will provide services starting from 14 April 2017, continuing until 31 October 2018. The contract value ranges from GBP 25,000 to GBP 35,000, and candidates must demonstrate relevant experience, appropriate policies, and carry professional indemnity insurance.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialised in marketing and communications, particularly those with expertise in the low carbon technology sector. Eligible SMEs can leverage this contract to access local and national markets, collaborate with BRE's networks, and contribute to innovative projects aimed at sustainability. Businesses with a proven track record in similar projects and those capable of providing comprehensive marketing strategies will be well-positioned to compete for this tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Marketing and Communications for ERDF Herts LCIN project

Notice Description

1. Background: Building Research Establishment Limited (BRE) is commissioning Marketing and Communications support for its Hertfordshire Low Carbon Innovation Network project (The Project). BRE is an independent and impartial, research-based advisory and testing organisation, offering expertise in every aspect of the built environment and associated industries. We help clients create better, safer and more sustainable products, buildings, communities and businesses - and we support the innovation needed to achieve this. The Project is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The Project will provide sector-specific support to local Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) to develop innovative low carbon technologies for the built environment. It will utilise the collective demand from buyers of low carbon innovation to attract high growth SMEs and provide them with direct support from potential clients and a delivery team led by BRE. SMEs will be recruited through four competitions, which will focus on real-world low carbon challenges. The challenges will be identified, defined and articulated by networks of demand side organisations, supported by project partners. The Project provides innovation support to eligible SMEs, as well as offering opportunities to access major local and national markets and supply chains, and to develop new technologies, including through testing and piloting. It aims to deliver jobs, growth and reduced ca...18 3. Requirements for tendering The proposal should be structured as follows: - Introduction / covering letter - Completed Supplier Questionnaire which accompanies this ITT document - Completed Pricing Schedule, by person and hours. - Describe your methodology for meeting the tender requirements including previous experience and proposed personnel - Maximum 2 sides A4 - CV's of key personnel that will be delivering the work and confirmation of their availability for the project. - Please provide proof of adequate Professional Indemnity insurance (minimum cover GBP500k) 3.1 Tender Timescale The following outlines the timescale for the tendering process: Tender opens 7 March 2017 Tender closes 11 April 2017 Submissions assessed 12 April 2017 Winning tender notified 13 April 2017 Submission must be made electronically, no later than 19:00 BST on 11 April 2017, to: purchasing@bre.co.uk 3.2 Evaluation criteria (2 parts) Part 1: Selection criteria are as follows: Company information provided (including PI cover) YES/NO (compulsory) Relevant Policies in Place* YES/NO (compulsory) Companies not providing required information and relevant policies will not be considered Previous Experience 30% Team & availability 10% *Required policies: -equality & diversity -environment / sustainability Part 2: Award criteria are as follows: Methodology (including quality and timescale): 40% Price: 20%

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8db98024-06d1-4b0a-87c2-5e94f74d2452
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

79342000 - Marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Mar 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Apr 2017 - 31 Oct 2018 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
BUILDING RESEARCH ESTABLISHMENT (BRE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WATFORD
Postcode
WD25 9XX
Post Town
Watford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
St Albans
Electoral Ward
St Stephen
Westminster Constituency
St Albans

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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