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title: "University of Sunderland - Media Planning and Buying"
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# University of Sunderland - Media Planning and Buying

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-190718ff-0808-48ac-9812-fab1404e18df

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland is currently engaged in a public procurement process for "Media Planning and Buying" services, aimed at enhancing its recruitment campaigns. This tender falls under the advertising and marketing services category and is being conducted through a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure due to the contract's value exceeding the threshold. The tender period is set to close on 20 November 2017, with the potential contract lasting three years, starting on 1 January 2018, and including an option to extend for an additional year. The service will be delivered to locations in Sunderland, North East England, particularly at the University’s City Campus, Chester Road, SR1 3SD.

This opportunity represents a significant chance for businesses in the advertising and marketing sector, particularly those specializing in media planning, sourcing, and purchasing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the tender explicitly highlights suitability for such businesses. Engaging in this contract not only allows entities to work with a respected educational institution but also opens pathways for collaboration with various funding bodies, enhancing the potential for sustained business growth through innovative media strategies for recruitment and advertising purposes.

## Notice

The University of Sunderland is looking to appoint a supplier to plan, source and purchase media using different media streams for its recruitment campaigns and other advertising requirements. Working with the University of Sunderland and its subsidiaries for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 1 year. Additional information: Via the University of Sunderland In-Tend Portal Funding Description Any commissions under this Contract or framework maybe subject to external funding from bodies such as Arts Council, ERDF, Heritage Lottery Fund, LEP etc and the Contractor will be expected to work with the Authority on any funding applications where appropriate. This list of funding bodies is not exhaustive. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes Via the University of Sunderland In-Tend portal. Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Funding Description Elements of this award may have funded attached during the lifetime of the contract. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4ff1311-8301-4a0b-82c6-b6d84facf119 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2018 - 31 Jan 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services

## Release History

- 6 Nov 2017 at 14:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4ff1311-8301-4a0b-82c6-b6d84facf119
- 6 Nov 2017 at 11:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4ff1311-8301-4a0b-82c6-b6d84facf119
- 6 Nov 2017 at 11:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4ff1311-8301-4a0b-82c6-b6d84facf119
- 27 Oct 2017 at 08:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4ff1311-8301-4a0b-82c6-b6d84facf119
- 27 Oct 2017 at 08:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4ff1311-8301-4a0b-82c6-b6d84facf119
- 27 Oct 2017 at 08:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4ff1311-8301-4a0b-82c6-b6d84facf119

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4ff1311-8301-4a0b-82c6-b6d84facf119
  6th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsunderland/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/finance/sections/procurement/

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