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Cultural Centre and Museum marketing services

COUNCIL OF THE ISLES OF SCILLY

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10 Nov 2025 at 11:44

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Council of the Isles of Scilly is initiating an open procurement process for strategic marketing services, specifically for the Isles of Scilly Cultural Centre and Museum. The procurement process is in the tender stage, focusing on marketing services under CPV code 79342000. This opportunity is intended to create a comprehensive marketing strategy for the Centre's launch, with collaboration expected between the chosen consultant, strategic partners, and others involved. The tender closes on 17 November 2025, and the project is set to begin on 21 November 2025, running until the end of March 2028, with a possible extension to March 2029. Bids are sought from capable vendors within the UK, especially those familiar with this cultural region located in the UKK30 area.

This procurement offers a significant opportunity for businesses in the marketing services industry, particularly those experienced in cultural or heritage projects, to expand their portfolio and influence. The Council of the Isles of Scilly encourages tenders from individuals or agencies capable of providing innovative, responsive, and audience-focused marketing solutions. Additionally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this contract, which will be awarded based on quality and value for money rather than just price. Businesses with experience in creating and implementing effective and engaging marketing strategies, along with an understanding of cultural heritage settings, are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cultural Centre and Museum marketing services

Notice Description

The new Isles of Scilly Cultural Centre and Museum are seeking a Strategic Marketing Consultant to work with us and alongside our Director, web designer, strategic partners and new CRM system team towards the launch of the new centre and until March 2028.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract can be extended by up to 1 year with mutual agreement agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dd83
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072336-2025
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79342000 - Marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,999 Under £100K
Lots Value
£29,999 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
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
COUNCIL OF THE ISLES OF SCILLY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HUGH TOWN
Postcode
TR21 0LW
Post Town
Truro
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Local Authority
Isles of Scilly
Electoral Ward
St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
St Ives

Further Information

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