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Tender

14 Jul 2026 at 13:26

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Wolverhampton College is seeking suppliers for a procurement opportunity titled "Advertising & Marketing Services," under the industry category of advertising and marketing. This selective procedure is classified under the services main procurement category and involves a competitive flexible process. The procurement relates to several regions within the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. Key dates for this process include an expression of interest deadline and award period end date of 15th July 2026. The intended contract period is set to commence on 1st August 2026 and end on 31st July 2028, with potential renewal extensions available.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advertising and marketing services. The invitation for tender is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) interested in expanding their portfolio within the public sector. Given the emphasis on quality and price in the award criteria, companies focusing on delivering high-quality services at competitive prices will be well-positioned to compete. The procedure being a two-stage accelerated process demands readiness and agility from prospective suppliers, aligning with the needs of businesses experienced in handling quick-turnaround projects. The total contract value is forecasted to be £559,500, offering a substantial engagement for interested businesses.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Advertising & Marketing Services

Notice Description

This opportunity was advertised on MultiQuote. However, due to a technical error, the advert was not generated correctly on the platform. The opportunity nevertheless remained available to suppliers through the appropriate channels. This procurement is now closed, and no further submissions or enquiries will be considered. https://thecpc.multiquote.com

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cae5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066241-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£559,500 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£559,500 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 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
CITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV14 6BT
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
Bilston North
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton South East

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