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Business Events - UK & Global Strategic Communications & Media to VisitScotland

VISITSCOTLAND

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

29 Jan 2020 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

29 Apr 2019 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

VisitScotland, a central purchasing body based in Edinburgh, is conducting a public procurement process for a contract titled "Business Events – UK & Global Strategic Communications & Media." The tender, classified under services, aims to appoint a qualified agency for marketing and communication services. Key dates include the bid opening on 3rd June 2019 and a contract award scheduled to follow immediately after. The procurement method used is an open procedure, allowing any interested party to submit their bids.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the marketing and communications sector, particularly those with expertise in public relations and event management. SMEs and agencies experienced in handling strategic communications for international and domestic business events would be particularly well-positioned to participate. With a value of approximately £255,000, this contract can enable companies to expand their service offerings and enhance their portfolio by partnering with a prestigious national tourism agency.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Business Events - UK & Global Strategic Communications & Media to VisitScotland

Notice Description

VisitScotland is seeking to appoint suitably qualified agency representation for Business Events - UK & Global Strategic Communications & Media

Lot Information

Lot 1

VisitScotland is seeking to appoint suitably qualified agency representation for Business Events - UK & Global Strategic Communications & Media

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000582298
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN379147
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79416000 - Public relations services

79416100 - Public relations management services

79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£255,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£277,860 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Aug 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
36 months

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VISITSCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
campbell.forsyth@visitscotland.com, eileen.o'neill@visitscotland.com
Contact Phone
+44 1314722222

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6JH
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DAVIES TANNER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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