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Award

20 Mar 2025 at 15:13

Tender

02 Dec 2024 at 12:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently in the process of seeking tenders for Media Auditor Services. This procurement falls under the industry category of Advertising consultancy services (CPV: 79341100). The procurement is managed by the Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate (SPPD) and aims to provide media audit services to review advertising purchased under the Media Planning, Buying, and Associated Services Framework Agreement. The procurement stage is currently at the tender stage, with submissions closing on 17 January 2025. The contract period is 1440 days (approximately 4 years), and the contract is valued at £250,000. The services will be delivered across the UK, predominantly within Scotland (region: UKM).

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in media audit services to establish or strengthen their relationship with the Scottish public sector. Suitable candidates are those with a robust supply chain management and the ability to pay subcontractors promptly, as evidenced by their past performance. SMEs and third sector organisations are encouraged to participate, with the Supplier Development Programme providing additional support. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality services will find this contract beneficial for growth, especially those with expertise in technical advisory services within the advertised framework. This tender underscores the importance of meeting quality benchmarks and maintaining transparent and efficient supply chain practices.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Media Auditor Services

Notice Description

This contract agreement is for the provision of Media Auditor Services. The Contractor will be required to work on behalf of the Framework Public Bodies to meet all requirements of the service. This will include undertaking a review of the Advertising purchased under the Media Planning, Buying and Associated Services Framework Agreement and provide support and advice to Framework Public Bodies. Additionally, the contractor will be required to provide technical advice and support to the award of any new Media Planning & Buying Framework.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate (SPPD) is the organisation tasked with procuring requirements on behalf of Scottish Public Sector Bodies. The Contract will cover the provision of Media Auditor Services to undertake a review of the Advertising purchased under the Media Planning, Buying and Associated Services Framework Agreement and provide technical advice and support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c171
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010451-2025
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

79341100 - Advertising consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
within 4 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Twenty Three Media Ltd

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