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Request for Supplier Information (RFI) - Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Planning

27 Jul 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council is initiating a procurement process in the planning stage, seeking supplier information for their upcoming project on Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solutions. This project is classified under the 'general public services' category, with a specific focus on software procurement, as indicated by its CPV classification of 48000000. The council, located in Lochgilphead, UKM region, is set to provide details on the process on 5th November 2026, signaling the commencement of further procurement activities. Interested suppliers are encouraged to note this date for further opportunities, as the council looks to gather market insights in anticipation of a forthcoming tender.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in digital communication and software solutions, particularly those offering innovative social media platforms and analytical tools. Companies with robust capabilities in social media management and analytics can leverage their expertise to engage with the council's requirements effectively. SMEs and larger firms alike can benefit through potential partnerships and service agreements, expanding their client base in the public sector. With the council's focus on enhancing public services through technology, businesses in these fields are well-positioned to contribute significant value and secure a foothold in this regional authority's supplier network.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Supplier Information (RFI) - Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution

Notice Description

Request for market information in relation to Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council is looking to identify parties interested in delivering Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution - see attached RFI documentation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838115
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560917
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Nov 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
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
Post Town
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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