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PA23 UK6 - Contract award notice - Media buying

Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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10 Jul 2026 at 08:58

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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29 Jun 2026 at 11:25

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has concluded a procurement process for specialist media buying services, culminating in a contract award on 9th July 2026. Operated under the RM6364 Media and Creative Services framework, this selective procurement was designed to procure and place paid media effectively for the FCDO. The awarded contract, valued at £2,400,000, covers services across both the UK and international markets, reflecting FCDO’s global remit. The contract duration extends from 9th July 2026 to 13th June 2028, with the option for two additional 12-month extensions. The process, focused on services in advertising and marketing, was managed through a non-competitive award under an existing framework, ensuring compliance and value for money.

This tender opens significant opportunities for businesses specialising in media buying and advertising services to collaborate with a central government authority. Companies offering expertise in digital and traditional media strategies, capable of tailoring media campaigns across diverse international markets, would be especially well-suited to engage with this contract. The framework's flexibility allows for targeted call-offs, enabling businesses to offer bespoke services that meet specific FCDO campaign goals. This presents growth potential for businesses adept in scalable media solutions and navigating the complexities of media placement in varied geographical regions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PA23 UK6 - Contract award notice - Media buying

Notice Description

The FCDO requires the provision of specialist media buying services to support the planning, procurement and placement of paid media in a compliant and value for money manner. Under the RM6364 Media and Creative Services framework (Lot 1), Wavemaker is the sole provider authorised to purchase media space and acts as the Department's media buying agency within the scope of the framework. The supplier will provide advice on appropriate media channels and formats to meet campaign objectives, informed by audience insight, communications priorities and budget considerations, and will secure media space across suitable channels. The scope covers both UK and international activity, reflecting the FCDO's global remit. The supplier will be expected to operate across multiple markets, ensuring a consistent approach while accommodating local requirements. The requirement includes support for digital and audience led approaches alongside traditional media.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bedf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064960-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

92200000 - Radio and television services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 13 Jun 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WPP 650

Further Information

Notice Documents

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