Award

PR Services in China

VISITSCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

VisitScotland is seeking a supplier to fulfil its Consumer Public Relations (PR) needs in China through a tender valued at £82,000, which was awarded to Grebstad Hicks Communications Limited. Located at Ocean Point One, 94 Ocean Drive, Edinburgh, the central purchasing body managed the open procurement process, which began on 25 February 2022 and concluded with the contract signing on 30 March 2022. The contract is intended to run for 12 months starting 1 April 2022, with possibilities for two extensions, and the successful contractor is expected to possess relevant experience in the tourism sector and a substantial presence in China.

This contract presents valuable business opportunities for PR agencies, particularly those with expertise in the tourism industry and experience operating in the Chinese market. Eligible businesses that specialise in PR services, have established networks within China, and possess a deep understanding of the local tourism landscape will be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in future. The open nature of the procurement method ensures a competitive environment, allowing small and medium-sized enterprises to effectively participate.

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Notice Title

PR Services in China

Notice Description

VisitScotland has appointed a supplier to deliver its Consumer PR needs in China.

Lot Information

Lot 1

VisitScotland has appointed a supplier to deliver its Consumer PR needs in China.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month renewals

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000684694
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY447292
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£82,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
36 months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VISITSCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
eileen.oneill@visitscotland.com
Contact Phone
+44 1314722222

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
G2 5UB
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GREBSTAD HICKS COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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