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PR Services for IBioIC

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde is seeking a single supplier to provide public relations services for the Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) to enhance its media presence and reputation. The procurement process is currently in the award stage, with a contract value of £56,000. The tender was initiated on 28 October 2020, with a bid submission deadline on 25 November 2020. The services are required in Glasgow, under the open procedure procurement method, classified under the services category of the education industry.

This PR tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses in the creative and communications sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a proven track record in public relations and media engagement. Companies that can demonstrate relevant experience and capabilities in content creation, media relations, and campaign management would be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract. The successful bidder will play a crucial role in shaping the public narrative around IBioIC’s initiatives and projects, which could further enhance their market visibility and growth.

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Notice Title

PR Services for IBioIC

Notice Description

The Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) require a single supplier to provide supporting PR Services to enhance the press coverage and reputation of the IBioIC through various media platforms.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Centre (IBioIC) require a PR partner to support IBioIC's efforts in delivering the broad missions outlined in the 'Policy and Public Engagement' chapter of the National Plan for Industrial Biotechnology. Specifically, the PR service will increase awareness of IBioIC in the media, through amplifying messages through targeted media activity. Awareness of the evolving political landscape would be beneficial for the PR service. Services will primarily include: - content creation - media relations and briefing - activity promotion (events, funding, projects, skills) and, - media monitoring (only IBioIC coverage) For full details of the procurement requirements, please consult Appendix E- Specification.

Renewal: 1 x 12 month extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000633000
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404079
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£56,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£56,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
jemma.wylie@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1415482823

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1QE
Post Town
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 East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRAME CREATIVE PR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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