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PO/2026/1133/RL

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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11 May 2026 at 14:54

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter, located in Exeter, United Kingdom, has concluded a procurement process titled "PO/2026/1133/RL," focusing on the creative industry sector. The project, named "Save the Flavors," is a significant initiative intended to raise awareness about the impact of climate change on natural ingredients and communities. The tender passed through a direct procurement method without competition, falling below the threshold limit, and was awarded to M&C Saatchi (UK) Limited, a supplier based in London. The procurement was officially completed with the contract period running from 30th March 2026 to 30th April 2026, with a total contract value of £37,599.60.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses in the advertising and marketing industries, especially those capable of providing creative content and managing third-party production for campaigns linked to climate awareness themes. Companies with expertise in forging compelling narratives around environmental issues will find this sector offers substantial promising avenues for business growth. Large-scale agencies like M&C Saatchi demonstrate suitability for such projects due to their extensive experience in delivering impactful creative solutions and content management. Businesses looking to leverage similar opportunities in the future should consider bolstering their reputation in handling climate-related projects to appeal to public sector clients like universities and broader public undertakings.

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Notice Title

PO/2026/1133/RL

Notice Description

The major workstream is Save the Flavors (STF) - the flagship project for NCIT (cross sector). STF is designed to increase the relevance of the climate crisis to people's everyday lives by highlighting the impact of climate change on natural ingredients, flavours, and the communities. The purchased services are from M&C Saatchi, the key partner on the project for creative content and managed third party production of the products and social media content.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069600
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043141-2026
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
£37,599 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 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 4QH
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

M&C SAATCHI (UK

Further Information

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