Tender

EX22AawazII112025 - Media Buying for Communications Collateral (Television and Google Display Network)

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

28 Nov 2025 at 08:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council has initiated an open procurement process for media buying services to support communications collateral for television and the Google Display Network. This tender, identified as EX22AawazII112025, falls under the advertising services category with a total estimated value of GBP 62,000. It is aimed at services required primarily in Pakistan. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions required by 12 December 2025. The contracting period is scheduled from 19 December 2025 to 18 September 2026, with a potential extension of three additional months if necessary. The British Council, serving as a sub-central government public authority, is the key organisation handling the tender. This procurement leverages an open competition method, ensuring wide accessibility for interested suppliers.

This tender offers significant prospects for businesses specialising in media buying and advertising, particularly those with a strong presence or capability in international markets like Pakistan. Companies with expertise in executing strategic media placements and reporting efficacy stand to benefit greatly. The tender provides a platform for both established and emerging firms to showcase their skills in integrating television advertising and digital network strategies. Additionally, the significant weighting on commercial pricing and the need to effectively fulfil quality criteria such as strategy and reporting makes it an attractive opportunity for businesses that focus on cost-effective service delivery with proven results. Participating companies must be adept in responding to detailed strategic criteria and possess the capability to provide comprehensive pricing approaches to be competitive.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EX22AawazII112025 - Media Buying for Communications Collateral (Television and Google Display Network)

Notice Description

Need to have a supplier on board for Media Buying for Communications Collateral (Television and Google Display Network)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 9 Months with an option for extension for another 3 months based on need.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eaaf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077909-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79341000 - Advertising services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,600 Under £100K
Lots Value
£49,600 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 18 Sep 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
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Moiz Khalid
Contact Email
moiz.khalid@britishcouncil.org.pk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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