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Times Higher Education Package

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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27 Mar 2026 at 10:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter successfully concluded a public procurement process for the "Times Higher Education Package," specialising in services within the advertising and marketing sector. This contract involved electronic direct mail campaigns, newsletter ads, programmatic social media advertising, an enhanced profile subscription, and podcasts, all designed to enhance digital presence. Located in Exeter, UK, the procurement process reached the award and contract stage, concluded without competition, as it was below the threshold for such measures. The contract was signed on 29th July 2025, and the services are expected to be delivered over the duration of one year, ending on 29th July 2026. The total comprehensive contract value was £122,600, indicating a strategic investment in digital visibility and engagement for the university.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses engaged in advertising and marketing services, especially those specialising in digital media campaigns. Companies with expertise in managing electronic direct mail and social media advertising would find themselves suitably equipped to meet the tender's requirements. The direct procurement method highlights an opportunity for businesses that can offer specific, high-quality strategic advertising solutions to academic institutions like the University of Exeter, fostering potential partnerships and long-term engagements in the educational sector. Businesses leveraging technological advancements in targeted marketing would particularly benefit from such collaborations.

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Notice Title

Times Higher Education Package

Notice Description

3 x eDM (Electronic Direct Mail), campaigns newsletter ads and programmatic social media advertising. Enhanced Profile - 1-year subscription, 3 x podcasts recorded and display ads

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06760b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028317-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79341000 - Advertising services

79342000 - Marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£102,166 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20258 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jul 2025 - 29 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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 4QJ
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

THE WORLD UNIVERSITIES INSIGHTS

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