This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Mar 2020 at 00:00

Tender

09 Aug 2019 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow Caledonian University is currently engaged in the procurement process for the 'Provision of In-Country Presence in South Asia,' aimed at enhancing student recruitment across India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. This open procurement is at the award stage, with the contract awarded on 18th March 2020, following completion of the tender process which began with advert notice on 9th August 2019. The procurement falls under the services category, with a total contract value of £302,080. The address for the buyer is 70 Cowcaddens Road, Glasgow, G4 0BA, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in international marketing and recruitment services, particularly those with experience in the South Asian market. Businesses looking to partner with educational institutions, especially those capable of managing student recruitment and related operational functions locally, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The successful supplier can expect to engage in ongoing reporting and management functions, thus fostering business growth in the educational services sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of In-Country Presence in South Asia

Notice Description

The University is seeking a Contractor(s) for the provision of In-Country Presence in the South Asia region. This includes India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The Directorate of Marketing, Recruitment and Admissions key function is to develop, manage and execute the University's marketing and recruitment strategy, enabling the University to achieve student recruitment targets (all degree levels) from UK and international markets, as well as more broadly build and bolster our brand position and levels of recognition. The South Asia region has been identified through market intelligence and experience as a region with potential significant contribution to these targets. The University has therefore identified the need for continued South Asia regional presence to support these recruitment targets and associated objectives.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University is seeking a Contractor(s) for the provision of In-Country Presence in the South Asia region. This includes India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The Directorate of Marketing, Recruitment and Admissions key function is to develop, manage and execute the University's marketing and recruitment strategy, enabling the University to achieve student recruitment targets (all degree levels) from UK and international markets, as well as more broadly build and bolster our brand position and levels of recognition. The South Asia region has been identified through market intelligence and experience as a region with potential significant contribution to these targets. The University has therefore identified the need for continued South Asia regional presence to support these recruitment targets and associated objectives. We currently have one full time representative in the South of India. Any new presence would replace this position and will continue to work with a network of educational agents as well as direct with students to generate and manage applications through the full application journey from enquiry to enrolment. In addition to this operational function the University also require full cycle reporting and reflection on engagement to maximise efficiencies.

Renewal: The University reserves the right to extend the Contract for a further 2 x 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued University requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000593909
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR384155
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£302,080 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20206 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
The Contract term is 2 years. This period will be subject to performance reviews to determine continuation of contract. The University reserves the right to extend the contract for a further 2 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued University requirements.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Glasgow Caledonian University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G4 0BA
Postcode Area
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
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Sannam S4 Management Services India Pvt

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG362807
    Provision of In-Country Presence in South Asia - The University is seeking a Contractor(s) for the provision of In-Country Presence in the South Asia region. This includes India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The Directorate of Marketing, Recruitment and Admissions key function is to develop, manage and execute the University's marketing and recruitment strategy, enabling the University to achieve student recruitment targets (all degree levels) from UK and international markets, as well as more broadly build and bolster our brand position and levels of recognition. The South Asia region has been identified through market intelligence and experience as a region with potential significant contribution to these targets. The University has therefore identified the need for continued South Asia regional presence to support these recruitment targets and associated objectives.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR384155
    Provision of In-Country Presence in South Asia - The University is seeking a Contractor(s) for the provision of In-Country Presence in the South Asia region. This includes India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The Directorate of Marketing, Recruitment and Admissions key function is to develop, manage and execute the University's marketing and recruitment strategy, enabling the University to achieve student recruitment targets (all degree levels) from UK and international markets, as well as more broadly build and bolster our brand position and levels of recognition. The South Asia region has been identified through market intelligence and experience as a region with potential significant contribution to these targets. The University has therefore identified the need for continued South Asia regional presence to support these recruitment targets and associated objectives.

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