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Framework Agreement for Media Services

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Jul 2021 at 13:25

Tender

29 Jan 2021 at 14:40

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is seeking tenders for a Framework Agreement for Media Services, aimed at public sector bodies across Scotland. This procurement process, currently in the tender stage, invites submissions until 8 March 2021. This open procedure encompasses two lots, with a total value of £2 million, focusing on public relations services, including print, broadcast, and online media coverage, as well as analytics and evaluation services. The contractor must comply with the Scottish Living Wage provision throughout the agreement duration.

This framework offers significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in media and public relations services. Companies providing comprehensive media coverage, analytics, and evaluation solutions will find this tender particularly suited to their competencies. Additionally, suppliers that can ensure consistent high-quality service delivery across various public sector bodies and areas in Scotland may gain a competitive edge in securing contracts through this framework.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Media Services

Notice Description

This framework agreement is for the provision of Media Services to Public Sector Bodies throughout Scotland.

Lot Information

Framework Agreement for Media Services - Lot 1

This framework is for the provision of Media Services to Public Sector Bodies throughout Scotland.

Renewal: The Framework will be placed for a 4 year period and may be subject to renewal at the end of the 4 year period.

Framework Agreement for Media Services - Lot 2

This framework agreement is for the provision of Media Services to Public Sector Bodies throughout Scotland.

Renewal: The Framework will be placed for a 4 year period and may be subject to renewal at the end of the 4 year period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028e98
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016939-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

72310000 - Data-processing services

72414000 - Web search engine providers

72416000 - Application service providers

79310000 - Market research services

79330000 - Statistical services

79416000 - Public relations services

92200000 - Radio and television services

92400000 - News-agency services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Within 4 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
David Bilton
Contact Email
colin.anderson@gov.scot, david.bilton@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312443627, +44 1312445182

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRECISE MEDIA MONITORING

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