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FEW1607 - Advertising on exterior of buses

LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL

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23 Apr 2026 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Leicester City Council has reached the award stage for the contract titled "FEW1607 - Advertising on exterior of buses," focusing on promotional plans under the Leicester Buses Partnership BSIP. This tender falls under the services category, specifically aimed at advertising, and involves a procurement method described as 'Below threshold - without competition,' allowing direct engagement without traditional competitive procedures. The contract, valued at £70,000 with a potential gross amount of £84,000, is set to commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude on 30th June 2027, with a possible renewal extending up to 31st December 2027. The process is marked complete, reflecting Leicester's determination to enhance public transport visibility through advertising solutions.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in media and advertising, particularly those with capabilities in exterior advertising solutions. The contract's execution by GLOBAL MEDIA GROUP SERVICES LIMITED, a large supplier, exemplifies the project's potential scale and impact. Companies adept at providing creative and effective advertising services, especially in transport or public sector advertising, could find business expansion opportunities through such initiatives. Although the process was without competition, it showcases a targeted approach that favours entities equipped to meet specific project objectives, offering a conducive environment for strategic partnerships and expansions in similar commercial landscapes.

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Notice Title

FEW1607 - Advertising on exterior of buses

Notice Description

FEW1607 - Advertising on exterior of buses as part of the Leicester Buses Partnership BSIP promotion plans.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06895b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036967-2026
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

79341000 - Advertising services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 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
LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 1FZ
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GLOBAL MEDIA GROUP SERVICES

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