Tender

Corporate PR Services for Great Western Railway

FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED

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09 Jul 2025 at 14:19

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08 Jul 2025 at 15:42

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

First Greater Western Limited is actively seeking a partnership for their project, "Corporate PR Services for Great Western Railway," which is currently in the tender stage. The procurement is categorised under business and management consultancy services and is being conducted as an open competition below threshold. Prospective bidders should note that the Expression of Interest (EOI) stage will conclude at 12 noon on 18th July 2025, with the deadline for tender submissions set for 25th July 2025. The contract will commence on 29th August 2025 and end on 30th April 2026. Located in Wiltshire, United Kingdom, this service aims to enhance the communications and public relations efforts for Great Western Railway in the UK travel and tourism sector.

This procurement presents a substantial growth opportunity for agencies specialising in strategic communications and public relations who possess the creativity and expertise needed to excel in challenging environments. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing complex reputations and a deep understanding of the nuances required for such high-impact roles. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement values team chemistry, strategic insight, and brand understanding. This tender is best suited for firms that can align with Great Western Railway's ambition and become integral thought partners in advancing their communication strategy.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Corporate PR Services for Great Western Railway

Notice Description

Corporate PR Service for Great Western Railway. We're looking for an agency that can act as a true extension of our team - someone who brings strategic insight, creative energy, and calm under pressure. You'll understand the complexity of delivering high-impact communications in a politically sensitive, operationally challenging environment - and be comfortable advising on both brand opportunities and reputational risks. This isn't just about executing media relations or social media calendars - it's about shaping the conversation. We want a thought partner who understands the importance of tone, timing and trust - and who shares our ambition to make GWR a leading voice in UK travel and tourism.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055b76
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038672-2025
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Aug 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@gwr.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN1 1HL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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