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East Suffolk SZC PR Consultancy

East Suffolk Council

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

21 Nov 2025 at 13:59

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

19 Aug 2025 at 17:53

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

20 Jun 2025 at 20:33

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

20 Jun 2025 at 20:32

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Suffolk Council, a sub-central public authority in the UK, recently awarded a contract for public relations consultancy services titled "East Suffolk SZC PR Consultancy". The contract follows the completion of the tender process initiated on 20th June 2025. This open procurement process was competitive, being below the threshold, and aimed to appoint an agency or consultant to enhance East Suffolk’s profile as a visitor destination through a comprehensive PR and influencer engagement strategy. The main award was made on 19th August 2025 to Big Wave PR, an SME based in Colchester, UK, with the contract officially commencing on 16th September 2025 and running for a year, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and funding.

This contract presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the public relations and consultancy sectors, especially those specialising in influencer engagement and regional promotion. Ideal candidates for such tenders are SMEs with a proven track record in national PR campaigns, and those possessing a creative approach to enhancing tourist attractions. The successful implementation of this contract can significantly bolster the reputation of the appointed consultancy, opening doors to future public sector collaborations and potential international work. The procurement method chosen, an open competition, allows a wide array of businesses to participate, fostering a diverse competitive environment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

East Suffolk SZC PR Consultancy

Notice Description

East Suffolk Council is seeking to appoint a professional PR agency or consultant to deliver a 12-month national public relations and influencer engagement approach that raises the positive profile of East Suffolk as a visitor destination

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0001

Renewal: Optional extension of 6 months may be considered based on performance and additional funding allocations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05514d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076061-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79416000 - Public relations services

79416100 - Public relations management services

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20251 years ago
Contract Period
16 Sep 2025 - 15 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
East Suffolk Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 1RT
Postcode Area
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Melton
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Big Wave PR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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