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Provision of communications and Marketing support to Tyne Derwent Way programme

GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

20 May 2025 at 14:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of communications and Marketing support to the Tyne Derwent Way programme" was conducted by Gateshead Borough Council, a sub-central government public authority in Gateshead, UK. This contract falls under the business services category, specifically focusing on law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security services. The procurement, categorized as a completed and direct procurement method 'Below threshold - without competition', was awarded to Paul Brook, with the contract initiation taking place on 1st April 2025, and ending on 31st March 2026. The award was made active on 20th March 2025 with a total contract value of £60,000, out of which £50,000 constitutes the net amount paid.

This tender offers a substantial opportunity for business growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in communications and marketing within the public sector. Companies experienced in service delivery without needing competition would find such tenders opportune, especially if they focus on project management and strategic marketing initiatives. The project is centred within the UKC22 region, providing a concentrated geographical area for companies wishing to expand their business footprint in North East England. This contract can leverage smaller enterprises' strategic strengths, allowing them to demonstrate capabilities on significant government projects.

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Notice Title

Provision of communications and Marketing support to Tyne Derwent Way programme

Notice Description

To manage communications and marketing of the Tyne Derwent Way programme for a period of 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05191f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023359-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@gateshead.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PAUL BROOK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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