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Framework Agreement for Media Services

Scottish Government

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

05 Sep 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

21 Jan 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process organised by the Scottish Government involves a Framework Agreement for Media Services, targeting various public sector bodies across Scotland. The contract's primary focus is on general public services, engaging multiple suppliers to provide a comprehensive range of media services, including print, broadcast, online, and social media coverage. With an active procurement stage as of August 2025, the agreement spans four years, structured into two main lots. Lot 1 has been awarded to Press Data Ltd, and Vuelio secured Lot 2, highlighting an open procurement method aimed at promoting economic opportunities. This contract, valued at approximately £1,500,000 GBP, signifies the Scottish Government’s commitment to achieving cost-effective and high-quality service delivery.

This opportunity opens doors for businesses specializing in media and communication services, especially those capable of delivering high-quality analyses and managing comprehensive media coverage. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) such as Press Data Ltd and Vuelio, already involved, demonstrate the competitive potential for companies of similar scale. The framework’s requirement for continuous improvement and innovative service processes is ideal for firms aiming to showcase sustainable solutions and value-driven services. Compatibility with electronic submissions and the incorporation of community benefits further enhance the potential for dynamic enterprises to contribute positively to Scottish public services while fostering local community growth.

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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 is for a period of 4 years. The Contractor must be able to provide the full range of Lot 1 core 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 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 core 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-r6ebe6-0000781239
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538602
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - 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

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
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,580,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Within 4 years

Notice Status

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

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
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Postcode Area
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Access Intelligence Media and Communications Limited (trading as Vuelio)

Press Data Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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