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PKC10994 - Perth City and Towns Web Content and Marketing

PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Perth & Kinross Council has awarded a contract for the promotion of Perth City and Towns Web Content and Marketing. The Council sought a marketing agency to manage the Perth City and Towns Website, focusing on SEO strategy and creative content. The contract was valued at £80,000 GBP and was signed on 10th October 2023. The procurement method was an open procedure under the services category. The buying organization is Perth & Kinross Council, located in Perth, UK. The contracting process has passed the award stage.

This tender presents an opportunity for marketing agencies specialising in digital content promotion to grow their business. Businesses experienced in SEO strategies, content creation, and promotion targeting the Perth and Kinross region would be well-suited to compete. The successful agency will have the chance to showcase their creativity in marketing and promotional articles, contributing to the visibility of Perth and its surrounding areas. The contract offers potential for business expansion in the marketing industry with a specific focus on digital platforms and content marketing.

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Notice Title

PKC10994 - Perth City and Towns Web Content and Marketing

Notice Description

Perth & Kinross Council ('the Council') was seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced marketing agency who will work with the team to deliver an effective plan for promoting Perth and the wider region across all own-brand digital platforms. With the principal focus being Perth City and Towns Website. - https://www.perthcityandtowns.co.uk The successful agent will manage the Perth City and Towns Website. The agent will be required to deliver an effective SEO strategy, write effective, creative content, writing persuasive marketing and promotional articles that showcase and promote Perth and Kinross region.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Perth & Kinross Council ('the Council') was seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced marketing agency who will work with the team to deliver an effective plan for promoting Perth and the wider region across all own-brand digital platforms. With the principal focus being Perth City and Towns Website. - https://www.perthcityandtowns.co.uk The successful agent will manage the Perth City and Towns Website. The agent will be required to deliver an effective SEO strategy, write effective, creative content, writing persuasive marketing and promotional articles that showcase and promote Perth and Kinross region.. Estimated value of the contract includes all extension periods.

Renewal: The Council will have the option of extending the Contract, in phases, for 3 further periods of up to 1 year after the expiry of the initial term

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000737245
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT490166
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

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

79342000 - Marketing services

79342100 - Direct marketing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Oct 20232 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
PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Emily Queen, Wendy Morrison
Contact Email
erqueen@pkc.gov.uk, wjmorrison@pkc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1738475000

Buyer Location

Locality
PERTH
Postcode
PH1 5PH
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Perth and Kinross
Electoral Ward
Perth City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Perth and Kinross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FOUR MEDIA & MARKETING GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN482527
    PKC10994 - Perth City and Towns Web Content and Marketing - Perth & Kinross Council ('the Council') is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced marketing agency who will work with the team to deliver an effective plan for promoting Perth and the wider region across all own-brand digital platforms. With the principal focus being Perth City and Towns Website. - https://www.perthcityandtowns.co.uk The successful agent will manage the Perth City and Towns Website. The agent will be required to deliver an effective SEO strategy, write effective, creative content, writing persuasive marketing and promotional articles that showcase and promote Perth and Kinross region.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT490166
    PKC10994 - Perth City and Towns Web Content and Marketing - Perth & Kinross Council ('the Council') was seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced marketing agency who will work with the team to deliver an effective plan for promoting Perth and the wider region across all own-brand digital platforms. With the principal focus being Perth City and Towns Website. - https://www.perthcityandtowns.co.uk The successful agent will manage the Perth City and Towns Website. The agent will be required to deliver an effective SEO strategy, write effective, creative content, writing persuasive marketing and promotional articles that showcase and promote Perth and Kinross region.

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