Award

Visit Tees Valley Messaging Developement

TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

18 Sep 2025 at 10:31

Award

11 Sep 2025 at 11:34

TenderUpdate

19 Aug 2025 at 11:35

Tender

07 Aug 2025 at 12:17

Planning

11 Jun 2025 at 09:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Tees Valley Combined Authority, a sub-central government public authority located in Darlington, recently completed a procurement process under the title "Visit Tees Valley Messaging Development". This contract, categorised under the research and development services industry, was awarded on 11 September 2025, with the contract running from 26 September 2025 to 25 September 2026. The procurement followed an open competition method below the threshold and aimed to develop consumer brand messaging for Visit Tees Valley. The successful supplier, Better Brand Agency based in Middlesbrough, was expected to deliver innovative campaign concepts focusing on the region as a destination.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the creative and branding sectors, particularly those capable of conducting in-depth qualitative and quantitative research. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in developing comprehensive marketing strategies and campaigns are ideally suited for such contracts, given the project's emphasis on creativity and meticulous audience research. By engaging with contracts of this nature, businesses can enhance their standing and demonstrate their ability to contribute to significant regional promotional initiatives.

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Notice Title

Visit Tees Valley Messaging Developement

Notice Description

Tees Valley Combined Authority ('Contracting Authority') have awarded to Better Brand Agency for the development of consumer brand for Visit Tees Valley.

Planning Information

Please see tender documents for further detail. These can be found on the ProContract e-tendering portal: URL LINK https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=490cab0f-a246-f011-8138-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True You will need to register as a supplier to gain access to the tender documentation. Registration is free.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054670
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057635-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
27 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
25 Sep 2025 - 25 Sep 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
TEES VALLEY COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@teesvalley-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL2 1NJ
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Sadberge & Middleton St George
Westminster Constituency
Stockton West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BETTER BRAND AGENCY

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