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LIT0666 Data Lab PR & Marketing

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is planning a procurement process titled "LIT0666 Data Lab PR & Marketing." This tender falls under the education industry category and is based in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a Framework Agreement scheduled to commence in June 2021 and extend for 34 months until March 2024. The estimated value of this contract is £165,000. Interested candidates should note that future communications regarding this tender are expected to be released by 9 April 2021.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in marketing and public relations, particularly those with expertise in the data and AI sectors. Companies that demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the data landscape, along with strategic communication skills, will be well-positioned to compete. The appointed agency will play a crucial role in promoting the Data Lab’s initiatives, establishing thought leadership, and enhancing its visibility within the Scottish data and AI community, which could ultimately lead to increased business for successful bidders.

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Notice Title

LIT0666 Data Lab PR & Marketing

Notice Description

- This procurement is for a Framework Agreement for the Data Lab of University of Edinburgh. - The Framework Agreement is for 34 months from June 2021 to March 2024. The requirement is for a Marketing and PR agency that fully understand the current Data and AI landscape to provide Marketing and PR services including Public Affairs services and strategic advice. Expert Marketing and PR provision will enhance our reputation as a leader in the Scottish Data and AI landscape and help us increase our reach and influence to Scottish businesses. The Supplier must be extremely knowledgeable in the business areas the Data Lab is active in and possess a thorough understanding of the scope of Data Science as a cross-industry enabler. They must also therefore recognise when the Data Lab could have PR opportunities or comment on topical and news issues. Some key areas to cover through PR:- - Thought leadership - lead the discussion on the applications of Data Science and AI to benefit Scotland's education and business sector and to position Data use in Scotland as a world leader. - The Data Lab's activities and achievements - including case studies and impact stories. - Skills and training - Promotion of our skills programme such as the growth of the MSc programme and its impact. - DataFest - PR activity to position it as a leading event Internationally and to drive ticket sales. - One-to-Many case studies - Advice on how can we build on case studies involving various partners. Map the Data Lab customer journey and the many and various ways in which we can help. - Position ourselves as a catalyst to attract other funding sources (e.g. Innovate UK, etc.)

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement is for a Framework Agreement for the Data Lab of the University of Edinburgh. The Framework Agreement is for 34 months from June 2021 to March 2024. The requirement is for a Marketing and PR agency with a comprehensive understanding of the current Data and AI landscape to provide Marketing and PR services including Public Affairs services and strategic advice.The appointed supplier will have the necessary expertise to enhance our reputation as a leader in the Scottish Data and AI landscape and help us increase our reach and influence to Scottish businesses. PR Requirements:- The Data Lab requires a specialist agency that is able to advise and provide ongoing support with communicating its messages, potential benefits and achievements to its key audiences, through media and other communications channels. Agency Requirements:- - Upfront advice on the appropriate strategy to maximise use of our resources and get our messages out effectively to our target audience. - Ongoing media relation's activity to connect the Data Lab to relevant media outlets across Scotland. - Proactive and reactive account management. - Help with drawing up a register of communications risks and planned responses (in addition to ad hoc crisis PR if required). - The Supplier Account Manager must to be extremely knowledgeable in the business areas the Data Lab is active in and possess a thorough understanding of the scope of Data Science as a cross-industry enabler. They must also therefore recognise when the Data Lab could have PR opportunities or comment on topical and news issues.We would require a monthly meeting where the Supplier Account Manager would be briefed about our upcoming activities, and propose ideas for the appropriate PR and Marketing. - This would be in addition to an on-going communication via email and phone to notify the Data Lab of short-term PR opportunities. Some key areas to cover through PR:- - Thought leadership - lead the discussion on the applications of Data Science and AI to benefit Scotland's education and business sector and to position Data use in Scotland as a world leader. - The Data Lab's activities and achievements - including case studies and impact stories. - Skills and training - Promotion of our skills programme such as the growth of the MSc programme and its impact. - DataFest - PR activity to position it as a leading event Internationally and to drive ticket sales. - One-to-Many case studies - Advice on how can we build on case studies involving various partners. Map the Data Lab customer journey and the many and various ways in which we can help. - Position ourselves as a catalyst to attract other funding sources (e.g. Innovate UK, etc.). Any applicants should have wide ranging knowledge of the current Data and AI within Scotland and elsewhere.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000645308
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR408543
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£165,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Apr 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR408543
    LIT0666 Data Lab PR & Marketing - - This procurement is for a Framework Agreement for the Data Lab of University of Edinburgh. - The Framework Agreement is for 34 months from June 2021 to March 2024. The requirement is for a Marketing and PR agency that fully understand the current Data and AI landscape to provide Marketing and PR services including Public Affairs services and strategic advice. Expert Marketing and PR provision will enhance our reputation as a leader in the Scottish Data and AI landscape and help us increase our reach and influence to Scottish businesses. The Supplier must be extremely knowledgeable in the business areas the Data Lab is active in and possess a thorough understanding of the scope of Data Science as a cross-industry enabler. They must also therefore recognise when the Data Lab could have PR opportunities or comment on topical and news issues. Some key areas to cover through PR:- - Thought leadership - lead the discussion on the applications of Data Science and AI to benefit Scotland's education and business sector and to position Data use in Scotland as a world leader. - The Data Lab's activities and achievements - including case studies and impact stories. - Skills and training - Promotion of our skills programme such as the growth of the MSc programme and its impact. - DataFest - PR activity to position it as a leading event Internationally and to drive ticket sales. - One-to-Many case studies - Advice on how can we build on case studies involving various partners. Map the Data Lab customer journey and the many and various ways in which we can help. - Position ourselves as a catalyst to attract other funding sources (e.g. Innovate UK, etc.)

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