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Strategic Communications, Engagement & Public Affairs Support for Mid & East Antrim Borough Council

MID AND EAST ANTRIM BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Jan 2022 at 13:22

Tender

21 Jul 2021 at 15:14

Summary of the contracting process

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is conducting a tender process for the provision of strategic communications, engagement, and public affairs support. The title of the tender is "Strategic Communications, Engagement & Public Affairs Support for Mid & East Antrim Borough Council," classified under marketing services, and falls within the services procurement category. The procurement method is an open procedure, which allows any qualified business to participate. The tender is located in Ballymena, United Kingdom, with the bidding period ending on 30th July 2021. The estimated contract value is £140,000 with an initial period of one year, plus an option for an additional year upon review.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the marketing services sector, particularly those specialising in public relations, strategic communication, and consulting services. Companies that have a proven track record of developing innovative communication strategies, managing public affairs, and engaging effectively with various stakeholders, including local governments, would be well-positioned to compete. The contract aims to enhance the council's reputation and stakeholder engagement, making it an attractive prospect for organisations seeking to expand their influence and client base within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Strategic Communications, Engagement & Public Affairs Support for Mid & East Antrim Borough Council

Notice Description

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council ('the Council') invites tenders from suitably qualified companies to provide a comprehensive range of strategic integrated communications, public relations and public affairs services and support across a range of business functions in order to help add value to the organisation

Lot Information

Lot 1

In order to enhance the image and reputation of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and to give confidence to citizens and customers, it is essential that the organisation handles the media landscape effectively. Council consistently promotes positive news stories affecting the Mid and East Antrim Borough, however, there is an opportunity to add further value to the organisation through additional support for the Communications Team. The successful applicant will assist Council in capturing and engaging new audiences. Estimated budget is approximately PS6,000 per month, for a period of one year from award (with an option for a further year following review). 4. Detailed Requirements 1. Assist with the development of innovative and bespoke strategies, bringing a strong background in public affairs, and key industry/local government contacts. 2. Will increase stakeholder engagement by influencing, creating and securing opportunities for Council at regional, national and international levels. 3. Support with positioning Mid and East Antrim Borough Council as champions of local government transformation, setting the benchmark at a regional level and establishing the Council as a leading local authority in Northern Ireland and the UK. 4. Assist Council's continued innovation of communications. 5. Strengthen Mid and East Antrim's reputation as an attractive area of investment and assist Council with place-setting. 6. Support with positioning Mid and East Antrim as a key location for Investment and for key Investment and Place initiatives such as the Manufacturing Task Force (MTF), the Belfast Region City Deal. 7. Increase awareness of Council's strategic priorities. 8. The Council does not guarantee any levels of work during the contract period and any work requested will be at the discretion of the Council.

Renewal: 1 further period of 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02cada
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000490-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Aug 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
MID AND EAST ANTRIM BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement Team MEA
Contact Email
procurement@midandeastantrim.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2825633165

Buyer Location

Locality
BALLYMENA
Postcode
BT43 5EJ
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0F Mid and East Antrim
Delivery Location
TLN0F Mid and East Antrim

Local Authority
Mid and East Antrim
Electoral Ward
Castle Demesne
Westminster Constituency
North Antrim

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LANYON COMMUNICATIONS

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