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CIPR Renewal 2026/2027

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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20 Apr 2026 at 09:24

Summary of the contracting process

National Highways Limited has executed the award and contract process for the procurement titled "CIPR Renewal 2026/2027," aimed at securing corporate membership to the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) for enhancing external and employee communications for the period of 2026/2027. The procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on subscription services, with a procurement method described as direct, below threshold, and executed without competition. This process is completed and was awarded to the Chartered Institute of Public Relations with the contract period commencing on 1st May 2026 and concluding on 30th April 2027, with a total contract value of £13,500 GBP.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for marketing and communications firms, especially those specialising in professional subscriptions and memberships. While the award utilises a direct procurement method indicating limited competition, businesses in related fields can explore similar opportunities for potential collaboration or future engagements with public authorities such as National Highways Limited. The contract supports growth in strategic communications, making it particularly suitable for businesses with a focus on public relations and government communication. Understanding the attributes and standards required for such public procurement processes can aid suppliers in leveraging similar opportunities.

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Notice Title

CIPR Renewal 2026/2027

Notice Description

Corporate Membership to Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) for External and Employee Communications for 26/2027

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0685f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035482-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£13,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC RELATIONS

Further Information

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