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Award

01 May 2026 at 12:45

Tender

19 Nov 2025 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

Stonewater Ltd, a public undertaking based in Leicester, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process to appoint a public relations agency. The contract, titled "Public Relations Support – 00536-CX", aims to enhance the public profiles of Stonewater and Mount Green. The procurement, conducted through an open procedure, reached the award stage on 1st May 2026, with a gross contract value of £312,000. The contract is scheduled to start on 1st June 2026 and will run until 30th May 2028, with a potential renewal for an additional two years. The opportunity, part of the services category, was sought under the legal basis of the UK Public Procurement Act 2023/54. The winning bidder, See Media Ltd, based in Halesowen, will provide strategic guidance, tactical PR delivery, and creative support to strengthen the reputation of these housing associations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in public relations and communications. Companies that offer comprehensive PR services, including media relations and creative campaign development, would find this contract highly beneficial in terms of growth and recognition. The open procurement method ensured a competitive environment with 23 bids submitted, indicating a robust interest in the project. With criteria focused on both quality and price, this contract suits large-scale enterprises capable of delivering high-quality PR services. Additionally, businesses positioned to offer project-based services such as photography and video creation could explore further collaboration opportunities beyond the core retainer-based support outlined in the contract.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Public Relations Support - 00536-CX

Notice Description

Stonewater is looking to appoint a supplier to fulfil our need for a public relations agency to support Stonewater and Mount Green in enhancing its public profile, building positive media relationships, and strengthening their reputation as trusted, customer-focused housing associations. The selected agency will provide ongoing strategic guidance, tactical PR delivery, and creative support to raise awareness of our work and impact. We will operate the contract as a retainer fee structure. In addition to the core retainer, we may commission additional project-based work such as photography, award writing, video creation, and campaign materials

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e4b7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040524-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£312,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£312,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£312,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 May 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STONEWATER LTD
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE8 6EP
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
North Whetstone
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEE MEDIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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