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Framework Agreement for Media Services

Scottish Government

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29 Jan 2021 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently conducting an open procurement process for a Framework Agreement for Media Services aimed at public bodies throughout Scotland. This tender, identified as SP-20-002, has a total value of £2,000,000 and includes two lots, each with specific service requirements, including print media, broadcast coverage, and online services. The tender period is set to close on 8th March 2021 at 14:00 GMT. Interested businesses must submit their proposals electronically, ensuring compliance with the detailed submission guidelines provided in the Invitation to Tender documents.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in media services, particularly those skilled in digital marketing, public relations, and media analysis. Companies that can demonstrate high-quality service delivery and innovative solutions will be well-positioned to compete, as the selection criteria heavily emphasise both quality and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, there's a strong focus on community benefits, thereby encouraging collaboration with small and medium-sized enterprises, which may further enhance the potential for partnerships and local engagement in the delivery of services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Media Services

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Media Services to Framework Public Bodies throughout Scotland

Lot Information

Framework Agreement for Media Services - Lot 1

The framework agreement is for the provision of Media Services to Public Sector Bodies throughout Scotland. The agreement will be for a period of 4 years. The contractor must be able to provide the full range of Lot 1 services as detailed in the Invitation to Tender documents to Public Sector Bodies on a cost effective and best value basis. These include: - Print Media Coverage Service - Broadcast Coverage Service - Online Coverage Service - Social Media Service - Analytics & Evaluation Service The contractor must provide comprehensive management information at all stages throughout the process and to all participating framework public bodies. All Public Sector Bodies must receive a consistently high level of service, irrespective of geographical location. A degree of flexibility is required in the service delivery. The contractor will be expected to provide resources, processes and systems that deliver continuous improvement and which demonstrate that best value is being achieved for all organisations. Improvements delivered may include but are not limited to; reduction in whole-life costs, quality, and user satisfaction.

Renewal: The Framework will be placed for a 4 year period and may be subject to renewal at the end of the 4 year period.

Framework Agreement for Media Services - Lot 2

The framework agreement is for the provision of Media Services to Public Sector Bodies throughout Scotland. The agreement will be for a period of 4 years. The contractor must be able to provide the full range of Lot 2 services as detailed in the Invitation to Tender documents to Public Sector Bodies on a cost effective and best value basis. These include: - News Distribution and Online Newsroom Service - Enquiry Management Service The contractor must provide comprehensive management information at all stages throughout the process and to all participating Public Sector Bodies. All framework public bodies must receive a consistently high level of service, irrespective of geographical location. A degree of flexibility is required in the service delivery. The contractor will be expected to provide resources, processes and systems that deliver continuous improvement and which demonstrate that best value is being achieved for all organisations. Improvements delivered may include but are not limited to; reduction in whole-life costs, quality, and user satisfaction.

Renewal: The Framework will be placed for a 4 year period and may be subject to renewal at the end of the 4 year period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000617438
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN405332
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

72310000 - Data-processing services

72414000 - Web search engine providers

72416000 - Application service providers

79310000 - Market research services

79330000 - Statistical services

79416000 - Public relations services

92200000 - Radio and television services

92400000 - News-agency services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Within 4 years

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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