The Provision of Communication & Marketing Services (Public Affairs, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Social Media)

GLASGOW KELVIN COLLEGE

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Tender

01 Jul 2026 at 13:52

Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow Kelvin College has initiated an open procurement process for the provision of Communication and Marketing Services, specifically in public affairs, public relations, digital marketing, and social media. This tender is in the services category, classified under public relations services, and is open to competitive bids. The contract location is in the region of Glasgow (UKM82), and the procurement is currently in the Tender stage with the deadline for submissions set for 31st July 2026 at 12:00 PM, following which bids will be opened at 1:00 PM the same day. The successful contractor will begin the contract on 9th September 2026, running until 31st August 2028, with the possibility of a two-year extension based on performance and continuing requirements. The procurement is governed by the European Union Directive 2014/24/EU, allowing for electronic submissions and payments.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in digital communications and marketing services. Companies with robust capabilities in delivering public relations and digital marketing strategies will find this project aligns with their expertise. Specifically, firms that can provide high-quality, cost-effective solutions (where the quality-to-price ratio is valued at 75:25) stand to benefit. Additionally, the tender includes a requirement for delivering community benefits, such as training opportunities and apprenticeships, making it particularly appealing to businesses committed to social value and community engagement. Companies able to demonstrate strong financial and economic standing through prior audits and requisite insurances will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The Provision of Communication & Marketing Services (Public Affairs, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Social Media)

Notice Description

Glasgow Kelvin College is looking to appoint a Contractor to provide for the provision of Communication and Marketing Services (Public Affairs, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and Social Media).

Lot Information

Lot 1

Glasgow Kelvin College is looking to appoint a Contractor to provide for the provision of Communication and Marketing Services (Public Affairs, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and Social Media).

Renewal: The College reserves the right to extend the Contract for a further two years subject to satisfactory performance and continued College requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c17d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061832-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79342000 - Marketing services

79416000 - Public relations services

79416100 - Public relations management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLASGOW KELVIN COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G21 4TD
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Springburn/Robroyston
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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