Tender

Communications and Campaigns Framework

LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY

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Tender

22 Mar 2023 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Leeds Beckett University has initiated a tender process for the "Communications and Campaigns Framework" within the services category. This opportunity is aimed at appointing specialist providers for various communication and campaign tasks, split into five lots covering campaigns, crisis management, content creation, public affairs, and media training. The estimated annual spend for this framework ranges from £5,000 to £50,000 across all lots. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a bid opening date set for April 28, 2023, in Leeds.

This tender by Leeds Beckett University offers opportunities for businesses that specialise in public relations services, content creation, crisis management, public affairs, and media training. Companies with expertise in campaign strategy, media relations, and content development are well-suited to compete. The framework provides a chance for businesses to secure a long-term contract with potential renewal options, contributing to their growth and stability in the communication and campaigns sector.

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Notice Title

Communications and Campaigns Framework

Notice Description

This tender is for communications and campaigns. This may include; *insight gathering and analysis; *campaign strategy development, planning, delivery and evaluation; *content development and production, including copywriting, creating social and digital content, and other campaign assets; *media relations; and *public affairs. We wish to appoint specialist providers who can offer in-house (not-outsourced) expertise across the range of communications and campaigns disciplines and deliverables as set out above. We estimate that we will spend between PS5,000-PS50,000 per annum across all lots, however the University does not guarantee this or any level of spend. The framework will be split into five lots as follows: *Lot 1 - campaigns and projects *Lot 2 - crisis management *Lot 3 - content creation and copywriting *Lot 4 - public affairs *Lot 5 - media training

Lot Information

Campaigns and Projects

Contractors on this lot will be expected to provide specialist support on a range of campaigns and projects. This could include PR, media relations and public affairs; campaign strategy, development and management; and content creation for a wide range of channels including podcasts, digital and social media. Work could range from leading campaigns on behalf of the university, to contributing to elements of campaigns alongside the university and other partners; and may be focused on the areas of expertise in our academic schools. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2628TUT2BG

Renewal: 2 year initial framework followed by 2 years possible extension

Crisis Management

Contractors on this lot will have a proven specialism in handling crisis and reputational communications. They will use their established expertise and draw on insight and intelligence to advise the university on live strategies to manage media and other key parties. This could include directly managing media requests, running a media response function, coordinating stakeholder communications, and providing out-of-hours cover on behalf of the university.

Renewal: 2 + 2 year extension

Content Creation and Copywriting

Contractors on this lot will be expected to develop and deliver content for web, digital and social media; internal, external and student audiences; and other communications channels as required. This will include gathering and writing content about the institution, through interviews, research, briefings and other routes, taking often complex academic research and producing content for wider audience understanding.

Renewal: 2 + 2 year extension

Public Affairs

Contractors on this lot will provide public affairs expertise to help the university secure relationships and positioning in support of their strategic ambitions, using a range of evidenced approaches and techniques. This work could include local, regional, national and international engagement, through a variety of sectors and networks.

Renewal: 2 + 2 Year extension

Media Training

Contractors on this lot will provide expertise to help the university prepare spokespeople for radio, television and print interviews ensuring they can communicate with clarity and confidence and have an understanding of what the media and journalists are looking for. This work could include local, regional, national and international audiences.

Renewal: 2 + 2 year extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03b4f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008267-2023
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£210,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Mar 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Apr 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
4 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Russell Brewood
Contact Email
r.brewood@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1138124634

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 3HE
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE42 Leeds

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

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