Tender

Contract for the Provision of International Media Buying

ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

05 Jun 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Robert Gordon University, a central purchasing body located in Aberdeen, is seeking services for the provision of international media buying. This tender falls within the education industry category and aims to support international student recruitment marketing campaigns. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 12:00 PM on 7th July 2025. The procurement method is open, allowing competitive bids from potential suppliers, with an expected award period commencing on the same deadline date. The project targets various international markets including India, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, UAE, Nepal, and Saudi Arabia, and encompasses both online and offline channels.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in media buying, advertising, and international marketing campaigns. Companies experienced in handling diverse target audiences across global markets and channels, particularly with expertise in the education sector, would be ideally suited for this tender. Additionally, companies that can provide innovative solutions for emerging markets will find potential for expanding their service footprint. The provision of electronic submissions further facilitates participation, enabling efficient communication and delivery of services via digital platforms. With a substantial contract value of £49,000, this tender offers a valuable opportunity to engage with a leading institution in the UK education sector, fostering long-term business relationships and potential market expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the Provision of International Media Buying

Notice Description

Throughout each year, Robert Gordon University runs a number of international student recruitment marketing campaigns across a range of different target audiences, markets and online/offline channels. Robert Gordon University targets both emerging and established international markets including, but not limited to, India, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, UAE, Nepal and Saudi Arabia.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Throughout each year, Robert Gordon University runs a number of international student recruitment marketing campaigns across a range of different target audiences, markets and online/offline channels. Robert Gordon University targets both emerging and established international markets including, but not limited to, India, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, UAE, Nepal and Saudi Arabia.

Renewal: Optional extension of up to six months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000800630
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN531889
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

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

CPV Codes

22462000 - Advertising material

79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

79341000 - Advertising services

79341100 - Advertising consultancy services

79341200 - Advertising management services

79341400 - Advertising campaign services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@rgu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1224262000

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB10 7FY
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Airyhall/Broomhill/Garthdee
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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