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C1017A : London Regional Adoption - Communications Workstream Lead

LONDON COUNCILS

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

30 Apr 2018 at 15:14

TenderAmendment

07 Nov 2017 at 10:17

TenderAmendment

27 Oct 2017 at 15:47

Tender

27 Oct 2017 at 15:30

Summary of the contracting process

The London Councils is inviting tenders for the position of Communications Workstream Lead, targeting services related to research and development. This opportunity is located in London, United Kingdom, with the contract period set to begin on 13th November 2017 and conclude on 28th February 2018. The procurement method has been classified as a direct approach, specifically a single tender action which is below the threshold of £25,000. The deadline for submission is 10th November 2017.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in communications and engagement services. Businesses that excel in developing communication strategies and managing stakeholder engagement will find this contract particularly suitable. Competing in this tender could enhance visibility and reputation within the public sector, potentially paving the way for future contracts with local councils and other governmental bodies.

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Notice Title

C1017A : London Regional Adoption - Communications Workstream Lead

Notice Description

London Councils is seeking a Communication Workstream Lead to run the communications and engagement workstream. The work will initially be confirmed until the end of February 2018, with the possibility of extension in the case if hosting arrangements require this. Additional information: Question raised 6/11/17 QUESTION Are you able to confirm the duration of the contract? On page two it states that the work will 'initially be confirmed until the end of February 2018', but on page 5 (under point three) there is a reference to a communications plan running between 'now and August'. Furthermore, under the objectives, point three refers to a sessions 'every three months' and point four to a briefing 'at the end of each phase of development', which would appear to be limited to one session and one briefing if the contract runs from November to February- ANSWER The communication plan should run until the end of February. - On a briefing, it will be as required and either at the end of each phase (as determined by the overall project lead) or every three months at the least. It would be anticipate that there would be several between now and end of February.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-feb5d936-a983-4305-af06-4c4d8d6cc30b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf077b67-c79b-4559-b81e-243cc705aead
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Nov 20178 years ago
Contract Period
13 Nov 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 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
LONDON COUNCILS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 0AL
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
Borough & Bankside
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PACT

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