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17 Jun 2026 at 11:20

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, initiated by the British Council, an esteemed sub-central government public authority, focused on securing services for an "Influencer marketing for Pre-departure Briefing" campaign intended for Hong Kong. The procurement fell under the marketing management consultancy services category with a limited competition method, classified as below threshold. The awarded contract, which also signifies the contract signing, took place on 16th June 2026, for a duration from 1st July 2026 to 31st August 2026. The process reached its completion with the supplier, Guru Online Hong Kong Limited, marking the successful conclusion of the procurement stage. This initiative reflects an advanced stage of execution, specifically in the award phase, catering to the regional market in Hong Kong.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in marketing consultancy, particularly those adept in influencer marketing within the Hong Kong region. The contract's scope supports collaboration with the British Council, facilitating enhanced exposure for awarded suppliers. Businesses with a large-scale operation and expertise in creating impactful marketing campaigns would find such opportunities highly beneficial, allowing for expansion and collaboration with international entities. The contract value of 120,000 HKD further underscores the potential for financial growth and sector influence, favouring enterprises capable of delivering strategic marketing solutions.

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Notice Title

Influencer marketing for Pre-departure Briefing

Notice Description

Influencer marketing for Pre-departure Briefing for HongKong

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b6e3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057071-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited 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

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 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
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GURU ONLINE HONG KONG

Further Information

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