This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

17 Jul 2020 at 01:00

Tender

27 Jan 2020 at 00:00

Planning

07 Oct 2019 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is leading a procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices" aimed at providing recruitment and public appointment advertising services. This contract is classified under the services industry and has a value of £12 million. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period concluded on 27 February 2020, and the award date of 6 July 2020. The contract is tied to various public bodies in Edinburgh and will operate within the UK, ensuring compliance with relevant procurement regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those in advertising, public relations, and media services. Companies specialising in copywriting, digital advertising, and branding would benefit greatly from this contract. The open procedure allows various suppliers to participate, making it ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative advertising solutions. The engagement with the public sector also offers a pathway for businesses seeking to expand their portfolios and enhance their visibility within governmental procurement frameworks.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Recruitment and Public Appointments Advertising and Public Information Notice Adverts. The Contractor will be required to work with the Framework Public Bodies to meet all requirements of the service, this will include providing copy-writing and type-setting services, advice on digital advertising options, along with advice relating to the wording, branding and placement of adverts and use of various media routes.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Procurement and Commercial Directorate (SPCD) is the organisation tasked with procuring requirements on behalf of Scottish Public Sector Bodies. The Framework will cover the provision of Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices, for the booking of advertisements to run in Scotland, UK and Overseas, in support of activities including, but not restricted to, public information and recruitment advertising. The purpose of this agreement is to provide the Scottish Public Sector with an open and transparent approach to Recruitment Advertising and Public Information services, with the contractor providing the best possible outcomes for campaign activity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000598299
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL390533
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, 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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79341000 - Advertising services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
30 Nov 2019Expired
Award Date
6 Jul 20206 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
within 4 years

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Postcode Area
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

TMP UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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