Planning

Communications and Professional Services

NORTHERN POWERGRID

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Planning

22 Jun 2022 at 11:03

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Communications and Professional Services" is being conducted by Northern Powergrid, focusing on market research services within the utilities sector in the UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with key components including three distinct lots: Specialist Consultancy, Marketing, Communications and PR, and Digital Services. The estimated publication date for pre-qualification questions is set for the third quarter of 2022, with businesses required to register on the Achilles portal at the 'Silver+' subscription level to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy, marketing, digital services, and public relations. Companies that demonstrate strategic experience in market research, branding, stakeholder engagement, and effective digital strategies would be well-positioned to compete. Given the tender's focus on complex, diverse organisation needs, firms with a track record of high-impact consultancy in the utilities sector may find this an advantageous avenue for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Communications and Professional Services

Notice Description

LOT 1: Specialist Consultancy (inc. Market Research) LOT 2: Marketing, Communications and PR LOT 3: Digital Services

Lot Information

Specialist Consultancy (inc. Market Research)

We are looking for suppliers to work with us on strategic projects covering; * Strategic planning * Stakeholder Engagement * Employee Engagement * Consumer Vulnerability * Customer Experience * Quantitative and qualitative research projects across a wide range of stakeholders You will need to demonstrate experience of the above areas at a strategic level within a diverse, complex organisation. Work within these areas would include, but not be limited to; * Business planning and prioritisation * Visioning and future planning * Gap analysis and benchmarking * Stakeholder and user journey mapping and process improvement * Provision of political intelligence services and resources to engage political stakeholders * Adoption and embedding of stakeholder engagement practices * Assessing internal practices and industry best practices * Recommendations on developments and enhancements * Guidance on creative input to support overall engagement strategy * Developing and implementing employee engagement initiatives * Developing innovative and effective approaches to stakeholder and customer experience engagement To be included in the tender process, you will be required to register with the Achilles portal for the prequalification stage. Subscription level required for this requirement is 'Silver+' and you will need to be registered under at least one of the following category code/s; 2.6.14 Market Research Services 2.2.18 Corporate Planning & Strategy Consulting 2.2.27 Corporate Social Responsibility Consultancy 2.2.29 Community Relations Consultancy 2.2.30 Public Consultation Consultancy 2.2.99 Other Consultancy Estimated date of publication of the pre-qualification questions via Achilles will be Q3 2022.

Marketing, Communications and PR (inc. crisis comms)

We are looking for suppliers to work with us on a range of brand and marketing projects at both a strategic and tactical level covering; 1. Brand 2. Marketing 3. Public Relations 4. Media Buying You will need to be able to demonstrate experience of one or more of the above areas at a strategic and tactical level within a complex and diverse organisation. Experience of working with utilities is not essential, but is desirable. Work within these areas would include, but not be limited to; 1. Brand * Corporate and visual identity , brand strategy and development, brand frameworks and hierarchy, visual / creative development, proposition development, messaging and content, brand guidelines, tone of voice, language, etc 2. Marketing * Marketing strategy, (incl digital), marketing plans, integrated targeted communications campaigns (on and off line), campaign creatives, understand audiences and channels, clear measurement / return on investment tools. * Experienced support in design and copy writing of corporate literature, adverts (traditional and digital) branding and brand guidelines, email templates, brochures, flyers. 3. Public Relations * Provision of individual campaign support or longer term retained PR services, devising and delivering PR/communications campaigns (including social media), drafting press release/copy/publication content, media management with the ability to write for a variety of stakeholder audiences often dealing with technical content. * Media coverage reports across print, broadcast and online media both via email and media monitoring platform, clear reporting structures (dashboards / analytical tools), measurement / return on investment tools. * Sourcing supplier of a media management platform which can manage media statements, enquiries and requests and provide comprehensive media contacts database and tools to monitor for PR engagement and distribution. * Suppliers may also be required to demonstrate ability to provide online news room and photo library services. * A proven track record of producing successful award submissions also required. * Knowledge/links with energy media would be advantageous and close working partnerships with media outlets in Northern Powergrid's operating area also advantageous. 4. Media Buying * Detailed scheduling and buying media space, access to broad range of media channels (traditional, TV, Radio, Outdoor and digital), understanding audience metrics, targeting channels to audiences, competitive buying capability irrespective of the channels selected and volume acquired. To be included in the tender process, you will be required to register with the Achilles portal for the prequalification stage. Subscription level required for this requirement is 'Silver+' and you will need to be registered under at least one of the following category code/s; 2.6.4 Public Relations Services 2.2.9 Public Relations Consultancy 2.2.20 Marketing & Advertising Consultancy 2.6.31 Marketing & Advertising Services 2.6.28 Graphic & Media Design Services Estimated date of publication of the pre-qualification questions via Achilles will be Q3 2022.

Digital Services

We are looking for suppliers to work with us on a range of strategic and tactical digital projects. You will need to demonstrate experience of working with a complex and diverse organisation and demonstrate innovative approaches within the digital landscape to ensure we remain relevant and up to date. Work would include, but not be limited to; * Website user journeys and needs for customers visiting all levels of the website, to ensure an optimised experience for the different sub sets of customers (including employees). * Website design and development of the look and feel * Website navigation and structure build * Ease of self serve for web transaction services * Developing a consistent digital user experience * Social media strategy and management * Social media platform services/tools * SEO, GPS and browser recognition etc * Development of apps, interactive maps and tools * Developing e-marketing tools and campaigns. To be included in the tender process, you will be required to register with the Achilles portal for the prequalification stage. Subscription level required for this requirement is 'Silver+' and you will need to be registered under at least one of the following category code/s; 2.1.10 Data Collection and Handling 2.2.20 Marketing & Advertising Consultancy 2.6.31 Marketing & Advertising Services 2.6.27 Corporate/Promotional Goods 2.6.28 Graphic & Media Design Services 2.6.31 Marketing & Advertising Services 2.2.17 Ecommerce consultancy 2.2.99 Other consultancy Estimated date of publication of the pre-qualification questions via Achilles will be Q3 2022.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03492d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017032-2022
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

72314000 - Data collection and collation services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79310000 - Market research services

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

79341100 - Advertising consultancy services

79416000 - Public relations services

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

79822500 - Graphic design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Jun 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN POWERGRID
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
farren.nevill@northernpowergrid.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HOUGHTON-LE-SPRING
Postcode
DH4 7LA
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Shiney Row
Westminster Constituency
Houghton and Sunderland South

Further Information

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