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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 08:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process seeks to appoint a supplier for a content marketing strategy aimed at the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) provision at Newcastle University. The contract, with the title "(NU/1589 – 24) Content marketing strategy for CPD provision", falls under the industry category of business services, specifically relating to marketing and consulting. The tender is currently in the award phase, with the award signed on 8th June 2021. Newcastle University is located in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, and used a selective procurement method for this contract, with a total value of £19,365.

This project presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marketing services, particularly those with expertise in content creation, SEO strategy, and digital media. Companies that can demonstrate a strong portfolio of similar work and possess the ability to innovate within the education sector will be well-suited to compete for such tenders. The emphasis on high-quality content and marketing strategy aligns well with SMEs and larger firms that can provide the necessary experience and resources to enhance Newcastle University's CPD offerings.

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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.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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
ocds-h6vhtk-02ba3d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013004-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,365 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Natalie Morton
Contact Email
natalie.morton@ncl.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1912086396

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
Not specified

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

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