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Provision of Advertising Agent Services

Argyll and Bute Council

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13 Apr 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council has initiated a tender process for the "Provision of Advertising Agent Services", falling under the industry category of general public services. This tender, with an estimated value of £900,000, seeks a competent agency to manage and facilitate communication through advertisements as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets. The procurement process uses an open procedure, and bids are to be submitted electronically. The tender process is currently at the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 14th May 2026. The geographical focus is on the region of Argyll and Bute, identifiable by the regional code UKM63. The awarding of the contract is expected to commence after the bid opening on the same date.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for firms within the advertising and media services sector to establish or expand their presence by collaborating with a reputable local authority. Businesses capable of delivering consistent and timely communications and adept at liaising with media channels will find this contract particularly attractive. The contract, which includes options for extension, offers a potential long-term engagement, providing sustained growth and partnership with Argyll and Bute Council. Organisations specialising in public sector communication strategies are well-suited to compete for this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Advertising Agent Services

Notice Description

Provision of Advertising Agent Services. The appointed agent will act as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets, ensuring adverts are reviewed, clarified where necessary, and published accurately and on time. This role is critical for maintaining clear, consistent and timely communication with the public.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Advertising Agent Services. The appointed agent will act as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets, ensuring adverts are reviewed, clarified where necessary, and published accurately and on time. This role is critical for maintaining clear, consistent and timely communication with the public.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further two (2) years and then up to an additional two (2) years, subject to budget availability and satisfactory performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829187
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553692
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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

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

CPV Codes

79341000 - Advertising services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Between 23 December 2030 and 23 December 2034

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Argyll and Bute Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Postcode Area
Paisley
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute
Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

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