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UK_252 - 2024 - Creative Design Services Framework

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is initiating a procurement process for the provision of Creative Design Services Framework. This opportunity falls under the services category and involves setting up a framework agreement for a fixed term of 2 years with a potential extension for an additional year. The Council is seeking to collaborate with up to six creative agencies to deliver high-quality creative projects encompassing various media types. The location of the procurement is in Manchester, UK. The procurement method is an open procedure with a tender period ending on 12th July 2024.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for creative agencies specialising in design consultancy services, advertising and marketing, graphic design, and related fields. Businesses interested in offering visual conception, print design, digital content creation, motion design, and other creative solutions are well-suited to compete. With a total estimated framework value of £1,500,000 - £2,000,000, this tender aims to foster innovative collaborations and deliver exceptional creative outcomes. Interested suppliers must adhere to the outlined submission criteria and the provided tender timeline to participate.

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Notice Title

UK_252 - 2024 - Creative Design Services Framework

Notice Description

The British Council is looking to setup a framework agreement for 2 years fixed term with a potential to extend for a further 1 year after for its design requirements. We expect to award a framework agreement to up to Suppliers. We are looking for creative agencies to work with us to deliver high quality creative projects across a range of media. Services that will be required but not limited to:* Visual conception, execution, and guidance* Art direction and photography commissioning* Digital and print design and artwork including editable templates* Social media graphics for all social media channels * Creation of editable templates on Canva* Presentations * Static and video content for digital campaigns (occasional)* Exhibition and experiential design* Motion design and animation (occasional)* Illustration (occasional)* Information design and data visualisation* Limited copywriting and proof-reading

Lot Information

Lot 1

The British Council is looking to setup a framework agreement for 2 years fixed term with a potential to extend for a further 1 year after for its design requirements. We expect to award a framework agreement to up to Suppliers. We are looking for creative agencies to work with us to deliver high quality creative projects across a range of media. Services that will be required but not limited to:* Visual conception, execution, and guidance* Art direction and photography commissioning* Digital and print design and artwork including editable templates* Social media graphics for all social media channels * Creation of editable templates on Canva* Presentations * Static and video content for digital campaigns (occasional)* Exhibition and experiential design* Motion design and animation (occasional)* Illustration (occasional)* Information design and data visualisation* Limited copywriting and proof-reading. Additional information: Estimated Framework Value: PS1,500,000 - PS2,000,000

Renewal: The contract is for 2 years with an option to extend for a further 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046d89
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017491-2024
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

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

79342000 - Marketing services

79415200 - Design 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
5 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Ahmed Akram
Contact Email
ahmed.akram@britishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6BB
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

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