Award

Public Relations (PR) Services

THE ROYAL MINT

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

08 Nov 2022 at 14:08

Tender

20 Jun 2022 at 10:15

Planning

13 May 2022 at 13:41

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Mint is seeking Public Relations (PR) Services through a competitive procurement process. This 3-year contract aims to enhance brand perception and increase strategic visibility. The contract, awarded to ENGINE PARTNERS UK LLP T/A MHP MISCHIEF, is valued at £345,000 and was signed on 17th October 2022. The procurement method used is a selective competitive procedure with negotiation.

This tender process by The Royal Mint offers opportunities for businesses in the public relations industry to grow. Companies well-versed in providing integrated PR and social media solutions are encouraged to compete. With a focus on quality, price, and social value, this contract presents a chance for firms to showcase innovation and expertise in the field of public relations.

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Notice Title

Public Relations (PR) Services

Notice Description

The Royal Mint is awarding a 3 year contract for the supply of public relations services following a regulatory compliant competitive procurement process.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The appointed supplier will help The Royal Mint tell its reinvention story, elevate its brand and increase its share of voice on strategic topics by taking a fully integrated approach across PR and social media.

Options: This is a negotiated process and we will welcome innovative solutions.

Renewal: The Royal Mint expects to enter a 2 year contract (24 months) with two 1 year extension options (12 months + 12 months). This is subject to negotiation during the procurement process, and performance during the initial contract term.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-033776
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031564-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79416000 - Public relations services

79416100 - Public relations management services

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£345,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Nov 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
30 Jun 2022Expired
Award Date
16 Oct 20223 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
THE ROYAL MINT
Contact Name
Stephen Pickard
Contact Email
stephen.pickard@royalmint.com
Contact Phone
+44 1443222111

Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYCLUN
Postcode
CF72 8YT
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL15 Central Valleys

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Llantrisant and Talbot Green
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENGINE PARTNERS UK LLP T/A MHP MISCHIEF

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