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Invest in Perth Magazine and Associated Services 2019 - 2022

PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Perth & Kinross Council is conducting a procurement process for the "Invest in Perth Magazine and Associated Services 2019 – 2022". This tender is classified under the goods category, particularly focusing on the publishing and associated services sector. The tender period is scheduled to conclude on 12th August 2019, while the award period begins on the same date. The project is located in Perth, UK, and has been awarded to Red String Ltd for a total estimated contract value of £71,740, effective from 1st October 2019.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the publishing and design industries, particularly those with experience in magazine production and copywriting. Ideal candidates would include small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) possessing strong portfolios that demonstrate their capability in producing high-quality publications and executing ad-hoc writing projects. The ability to meet specific insurance requirements and showcase past relevant projects will be essential for competitors aiming to engage in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

Invest in Perth Magazine and Associated Services 2019 - 2022

Notice Description

Perth and Kinross Council are seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to produce a biannual publication of Invest in Perth magazine including design and copy writing. The successful supplier will also be required to produce ad - hoc pieces of copy write. For example, blogs and editorial and design for adverts.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Perth and Kinross Council are seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to produce a biannual publication of Invest in Perth magazine including design and copy writing. The successful supplier will also be required to produce ad - hoc pieces of copy write. For example, blogs and editorial and design for adverts.

Options: The successful supplier will also be required to produce ad - hoc pieces of copy write. For example, blogs and editorial and design for adverts.

Renewal: The Purchaser shall have the option of extending the Contract for a further period of up to 1 year after the expiry of the term. If extended, the Purchaser shall be entitled to terminate the Contract at any time upon giving the Tenderer 1 month notice in writing of its intention to terminate the contract. The Contract terms shall remain the same for the extended period as for the initial term.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000586823
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368245
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22213000 - Magazines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£71,740 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Next generation of this contract will be advertised on the approach to contract end.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
dtdavidson@pkc.gov.uk, jescott@pkc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1738475000

Buyer Location

Locality
PERTH
Postcode
PH1 5PH
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RED STRING

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL359565
    Invest in Perth Magazine and Associated Services 2019 - 2022 - Perth and Kinross Council are seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to produce a biannual publication of Invest in Perth magazine including design and copy writing. The successful supplier will also be required to produce ad - hoc pieces of copy write. For example, blogs and editorial and design for adverts.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368245
    Invest in Perth Magazine and Associated Services 2019 - 2022 - Perth and Kinross Council are seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to produce a biannual publication of Invest in Perth magazine including design and copy writing. The successful supplier will also be required to produce ad - hoc pieces of copy write. For example, blogs and editorial and design for adverts.

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