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Framework Agreement for the Provision of External Support Services to Deliver the Renewed Ambition Programme

BELFAST CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Feb 2022 at 22:45

Tender

09 Dec 2021 at 22:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Belfast City Council is seeking to engage contractors through an active Framework Agreement for providing external support services to facilitate the Renewed Ambition Programme. This tender falls under the category of business and management consultancy and related services, specifically classified as CPV code 79400000. The tender process, initiated on 9 December 2021, is conducted through an open procurement method, with key dates including the submission deadline on 14 January 2022 and a potential contract period lasting up to two years, with options for extension.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy, marketing, and event management, particularly those experienced in partnership management and international outreach. With the potential for multiple suppliers to be engaged, smaller businesses in these sectors are encouraged to apply, especially those with a track record of managing corporate sponsorships and international communications. The scope and variety of the services required will allow for innovative proposals that can effectively leverage Belfast's ambitions within the programme.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of External Support Services to Deliver the Renewed Ambition Programme

Notice Description

Belfast City Contract is awarding a contract in relation to a Multi Supplier Framework Agreement to provide external support services for the delivery of the Renewed Ambition Programme (RAP). These services will include, but are not limited to: * Partnership relationship management * International event management * International marketing and communications including PR and advocacy * Securing corporate sponsorship

Lot Information

Lot 1

Belfast City Council is awarding a contract in relation to a Multi Supplier Framework Agreement to provide external support services for the delivery of the Renewed Ambition Programme. Services will include, but are not limited to: * Partnership relationship management * International event management * International marketing and communications including PR and advocacy * Securing corporate sponsorship. The Framework Agreement will be needs led.

Options: Optional services may be required throughout the duration of this Framework Agreement, including the use of the Framework by different Departments within the Council. Any optional service will be allocated by the Council based on: I. A clear identification of additional needs II. Subject to satisfactory budget approval and satisfactory performance of the Contractor.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement shall be for an initial period of two years, with the option to extend for two further periods of twelve months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02ff94
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004589-2022
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20224 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
BELFAST CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
crothersr@belfastcity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 8DJ
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)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN06 Belfast

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

LANYON COMMUNICATIONS

LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNICATIONS

WHITE LABEL CREATIVE

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