Tender

RFQ for Search Engine Optimisation Services (SEO) for the International School Examinations

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Jul 2025 at 05:47

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is inviting tenders for Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) Services for the International School Examinations, with the objective of enhancing the visibility and accessibility of their Partner Schools programme. This procurement process focuses on the provision of marketing and advertising services, specifically for UK international school qualifications provided by Cambridge International Education, Pearson Edexcel, and OxfordAQA. The tender is classified under the open competition category, valued at approximately £33,913, with a gross amount of £39,000. It is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 11th July 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 16th July 2025 and may extend until 15th July 2027, contingent on business requirements and key performance indicators. The procurement is managed from London, UK, and is conducted electronically, aligning with the British Council's commitment to transparency and accessibility.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in digital marketing, particularly those adept in SEO and online advertising. Companies with experience in supporting educational initiatives or possessing a strong portfolio in enhancing the digital footprint of educational institutions may find this tender particularly aligned with their services. Given the international scope and the reputable standing of the British Council, winning this tender could not only provide substantial financial returns but also open avenues for increased credibility and further contracts in the educational sector. Businesses with a strategic focus on expanding their market reach in education and governmental contracts are particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

RFQ for Search Engine Optimisation Services (SEO) for the International School Examinations

Notice Description

The British Council Partner Schools programme supports schools worldwide to deliver UK international school qualifications on behalf of three UK-based awarding bodies, namely Cambridge International Education, Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA. British Council is inviting quotations from reputed and experienced suppliers to provide SEO services for international school exams as per British council requirement. The purpose and scope of this RFQ and supporting documents is to explain in further detail the requirements of the British Council and the process for submitting a proposal in response to this RFQ. Please note that this RFQ is an independent tender from any other circulated RFP or ITT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0558b2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037270-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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

79341000 - Advertising services

79342000 - Marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£33,913 Under £100K
Lots Value
£33,913 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Jul 2025 - 15 Jul 2026 6-12 months
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
Asraful Islam
Contact Email
asraful.islam@bd.britishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

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