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Advertising of Statutory Notices

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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Award

31 Mar 2026 at 15:56

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

31 Mar 2026 at 15:19

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council has awarded a contract for the advertising of statutory notices as required by law. The initiative, classified under the industry category of services, specifically involves advertising material and advertising and marketing services. This procurement has been conducted using the direct award method due to the council's statutory obligation. The council ensures that these notices reach a legally mandated proportion of households within Newcastle upon Tyne, UKC22 region, with contractual operations anticipated from 15th April 2026 to 14th April 2028, potentially extending to 2029. The procurement is in the award stage, with contract signature scheduled for 15th April 2026, following the standstill period ending on 14th April 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advertising and marketing services, particularly those with capabilities in fulfilling statutory obligations and achieving local coverage. Large-scale organisations like REACH PUBLISHING GROUP LIMITED in London have been recognised for their capacity to deliver these services, evidenced by their involvement in the contract. Enterprises well-versed in public authority advertising requirements and possessing intellectual property exclusive rights could benefit from similar future opportunities. The partnership enhances outreach and supports the dissemination of vital statutory information, essential for legal compliance and public awareness within the Newcastle area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Advertising of Statutory Notices

Notice Description

The Council is required by law to publish mandatory statutory notices and announcements as part of its duties and responsibilities. These notices must be placed in publications that provide appropriate local coverage and reach a sufficient proportion of households within the city.

Procurement Information

The Council has a statutory obligation to publish and publicise specific notices and announcements relating to the delivery of its legal duties. These publications must be issued through channels that ensure they reach a defined and legally required proportion of Newcastle residents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0679e2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029994-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

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

CPV Codes

22462000 - Advertising material

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£660,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Contract Period
14 Apr 2026 - 14 Apr 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REACH PUBLISHING GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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