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VSEH25018 - Sales Agency Services - French Market

VisitScotland

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18 Sep 2025 at 10:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

VisitScotland is currently in the tender stage of procuring sales agency services to promote their tourism activities in France. This procurement is categorised under public relations services for the tourism sector and involves a contract valued at £200,250. Interested parties must note that the procurement method is an open procedure, with the contract allowing for electronic submissions. The closing date for submitting tenders is 20th October 2025, and the contract is anticipated to commence on the same day. The location for service provision is primarily in France, and the contract duration is set for twelve months with potential extensions over a period totalling up to three years.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses experienced in delivering sales agency services, particularly those with expertise in the French market. Companies with a strong background in public relations, marketing, and sales within the tourism industry could leverage this contract for significant business growth. The project aligns exceptionally well with agencies capable of executing robust marketing strategies and has been designed to accept electronic invoicing and payments. This is an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio internationally and strengthen their foothold in the growing tourism sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VSEH25018 - Sales Agency Services - French Market

Notice Description

VisitScotland is looking for a suitably qualified contractor to provide sales agency services in France. Please see attached Invitation to Tender and Statement of Requirement for full details.

Lot Information

Lot 1

VisitScotland is looking for a suitably qualified contractor to deliver sales agency services in France.

Renewal: This will be awarded for 12 months with the option to extend for a further two 12 month periods.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059cdb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057601-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,250 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Estimated in 3 years time. September 2028 is the estimated timescale.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VisitScotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

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