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title: "SAM Project PR & Marketing Support Services (University of Sunderland) - AWARD"
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# SAM Project PR & Marketing Support Services (University of Sunderland) - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3cdc6c10-fe84-4817-a5de-c1719631c601

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland is seeking providers for the SAM Project PR & Marketing Support Services, an initiative that is part of a £10.9 million project aimed at aiding SME manufacturers in the North East Local Enterprise Partnership Region. The procurement process, which is currently in the Award stage, focuses on services related to public relations consultancy and marketing. The tender period for submissions has closed, with the deadline set for 25th January 2021. The awarded contract value is up to £42,050 (excluding VAT), and the contract is expected to last from March 2021 until June 2023.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in public relations, marketing consultancy, and related services. Companies with expertise in developing marketing strategies, managing web content, and crafting engaging multimedia content would be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, this project aims to elevate the visibility of the SAM Project, making it an appealing avenue for vendors looking to expand their client base in the service sector within the UK.

## Notice

The Sustainable Advanced Manufacturing Project (SAM Project) is a PS10.9M funded project (ERDF and University of Sunderland), based within The Industry Centre, part of the University of Sunderland. The project is set up to support product / process development and implementation of technology for SME manufacturers within the North East Local Enterprise Partnership Region. We are looking for a supplier to provide PR & Marketing Support Services to help raise the profile of the SAM Project including its aims, objectives, activity, opportunities and successes. Including in the PR & Marketing service is marketing strategy development, website management, measuring and evaluation of marketing, to provide photography and video support, and create content to engage with relevant technologies, as well as other relevant services. The anticipated value of the contract is up to PS42,050.00 (ex VAT) PS50,460.00 (incl VAT), for the purpose of this tender award and any subsequent services which may be connected with the original award we reserve the right to spend a further 30% of the anticipated spend subject to changes in legislation or requirement. Return of tender submissions closing date is Monday 25th January 2021 at 17:00 hours The expected contract dates are February 2021 to June 2023

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f033381b-7186-43f3-8980-3b00297d32b3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2021 - 30 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £42,050 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CREO COMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services
- 79341200 - Advertising management services
- 79341400 - Advertising campaign services
- 79342000 - Marketing services
- 79342100 - Direct marketing services
- 79342200 - Promotional services
- 79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services
- 79416000 - Public relations services
- 79416100 - Public relations management services
- 79416200 - Public relations consultancy services
- 79800000 - Printing and related services
- 79811000 - Digital printing services
- 79961100 - Advertising photography services

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2021 at 11:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f033381b-7186-43f3-8980-3b00297d32b3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f033381b-7186-43f3-8980-3b00297d32b3
  2nd March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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