Award

Communications strategy

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Award

10 Feb 2026 at 14:57

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter engaged in a public procurement process to develop and deliver a communications strategy, classified under the IT services category, specifically for consulting, software development, and support. The process concluded with the 'award' and 'contract' stages on 10th February 2026. The contract, valued at £34,800, commenced on 28th January 2026 and will remain active until 27th January 2027. The procurement was carried out using a direct method, below the threshold without competition, highlighting the targeted engagement with Skating Panda Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in London. The development project was undertaken within the UK region of Exeter, with the contract having been signed on 23rd January 2026.

This procurement opportunity presents growth potential for SMEs specializing in IT services, including consulting and software development, by collaborating with a reputable higher education institution like the University of Exeter. The focus on a communications strategy aligns well with businesses experienced in strategic IT solutions and delivery. Companies in the IT services industry, particularly those with expertise in consulting, software development, and communications, would find themselves well-suited to similar public undertakings, offering a robust platform for enhancing visibility and credibility while contributing to the successful delivery of vital university projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Communications strategy

Notice Description

Communications strategy development and delivery.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064cda
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011992-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jan 2026 - 27 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SKATING PANDA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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