Tender

Digital Prospectus Provider

LIVERPOOL HOPE UNIVERSITY

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Tender

12 Feb 2026 at 15:44

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Liverpool Hope University is inviting tenders for the provision of digital prospectus services, aimed primarily at marketing and student recruitment both within the UK and internationally. The procurement process falls under the services category, specifically targeted at advertising and marketing services. Interested providers, willing to deliver and host online brochures, are welcome to participate in an open competition. Located in Liverpool, the University is acting as a public authority under the sub-central government classification. The tender stage is active, with key dates including the end of the enquiry period on 6 March 2026 and a submission deadline ending on 20 March 2026. The contract is set to start on 1 May 2026 and could extend up to 30 April 2031 depending on renewal options. Registration is required via the provided online platform to access the tender details.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for software and platform providers specialising in digital marketing services. Firms equipped to offer robust software solutions for online brochures will find this tender appealing, particularly those with experience in the educational sector or capacity to serve international markets. Small and medium enterprises are explicitly encouraged to tender, aligning with Liverpool Hope University's suitability criteria. Businesses poised to fulfil insurance requirements including Employers Liability, Public Liability, and Professional Indemnity would be well-suited for this opportunity. The contract carries potential for extension beyond its initial three-year term, allowing firms to develop a long-term relationship with the University and contribute significantly to their business growth in the educational services market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Digital Prospectus Provider

Notice Description

Liverpool Hope University is looking for a software / platform provider to deliver & host online brochures, primarily for marketing and student recruitment purposes, across the UK and Internationally.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract may be extended beyond the Initial 3 (three) year Term for a period of up to 2 (two) years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065313
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013065-2026
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

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£72,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£72,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 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
LIVERPOOL HOPE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hope.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L16 9JD
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD72 Liverpool
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Childwall
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Wavertree

Further Information

Notice Documents

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