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The City of Liverpool College Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Marketing and Communications

THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL COLLEGE

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26 Nov 2025 at 14:47

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26 Nov 2025 at 14:37

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Liverpool College is inviting suppliers to participate in a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for marketing and communication services, divided into four separate lots. The procurement process, under the "services" category, focuses on advertising and marketing services and will be conducted through a selective procurement method known as a restricted procedure. Initially launched on 26th November 2025, this process forms part of the college's long-term strategy, with the DPS planned to remain in place until further notice. Located in Liverpool (UKD72), the College anticipates conducting mini-competitions for each of the four lots, ensuring a competitive and engaging procurement environment. The key deadline for submission is set for 31st July 2027, with bid validity lasting until 1st August 2027. All interactions in this process will be managed via the In-Tend Portal, ensuring streamlined communications with the College's procurement officials.

This tender represents a powerful opportunity for businesses involved in marketing, advertising, and public relations to collaborate with a reputable educational institution. Businesses specialising in areas such as media relations, brand development, marketing campaigns, and content management would find ample opportunity for engagement and growth. The DPS structure allows for flexibility and extended participation in diverse projects, while the possibility of mini-competitions within each lot offers varied entry points for suppliers. Companies capable of delivering value through innovative communications strategies and meeting the contractual scope efficiently are encouraged to participate for potential long-term collaboration with The City of Liverpool College.

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Notice Title

The City of Liverpool College Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Marketing and Communications

Notice Description

The City of Liverpool College intend to create a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for our Marketing provision over 4 x separate lots. Suppliers who are awarded a place on the DPS will be invited to participate in a further mini-competition for each of the 4 x lots.The DPS will be in place until such time as the College no longer requires it or it is replace by a revised DPS. All communications with The City of Liverpool College should be carried out using the correspondence section of the In-Tend Portal.

Lot Information

Media Relations, Public Affairs & International Communications

The City of Liverpool College intend to create a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for our Marketing provision over 4 x separate lots. Suppliers who are awarded a place on the DPS will be invited to participate in a further mini-competition for each of the 4 x lots.The DPS will be in place until such time as the College no longer requires it or it is replace by a revised DPS. All communications with The City of Liverpool College should be carried out using the correspondence section of the In-Tend Portal.

Renewal: Framework mini competitions will be carried out during the length of the DPS

Brand & Proposition Development

The City of Liverpool College intend to create a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for our Marketing provision over 4 x separate lots. Suppliers who are awarded a place on the DPS will be invited to participate in a further mini-competition for each of the 4 x lots.The DPS will be in place until such time as the College no longer requires it or it is replace by a revised DPS. All communications with The City of Liverpool College should be carried out using the correspondence section of the In-Tend Portal.

Renewal: Mini Competitions will be held

Marketing Campaign Planning, Delivery & Design Services

The City of Liverpool College intend to create a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for our Marketing provision over 4 x separate lots. Suppliers who are awarded a place on the DPS will be invited to participate in a further mini-competition for each of the 4 x lots.The DPS will be in place until such time as the College no longer requires it or it is replace by a revised DPS. All communications with The City of Liverpool College should be carried out using the correspondence section of the In-Tend Portal.

Renewal: Mini competitions will be used for this contract

Content Generation & Management

The City of Liverpool College intend to create a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for our Marketing provision over 4 x separate lots. Suppliers who are awarded a place on the DPS will be invited to participate in a further mini-competition for each of the 4 x lots.The DPS will be in place until such time as the College no longer requires it or it is replace by a revised DPS. All communications with The City of Liverpool College should be carried out using the correspondence section of the In-Tend Portal.

Renewal: Mini Competitions will be held for this contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e95a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077325-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic, Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted 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

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

79342000 - Marketing services

79416000 - Public relations services

79416100 - Public relations management services

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20272 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF LIVERPOOL COLLEGE
Contact Name
Tina Smith
Contact Email
tina.smith@liv-coll.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1512523243

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L19 DW`
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLD72 Liverpool

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

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