--- title: "MCA Marketing & Communications Framework" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6388d5c7-bc39-48ff-a553-1a76df95ffea" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6388d5c7-bc39-48ff-a553-1a76df95ffea" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6388d5c7-bc39-48ff-a553-1a76df95ffea.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6388d5c7-bc39-48ff-a553-1a76df95ffea.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST OF ENGLAND COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2024-09-05" --- # MCA Marketing & Communications Framework Buyer: WEST OF ENGLAND COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6388d5c7-bc39-48ff-a553-1a76df95ffea [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6388d5c7-bc39-48ff-a553-1a76df95ffea) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6388d5c7-bc39-48ff-a553-1a76df95ffea.json) ## Summary The West of England Combined Authority is inviting bids for its "MCA Marketing & Communications Framework" contract. This procurement process aims to establish a comprehensive framework for marketing and communication services to support various public sector organisations. The framework will be divided into seven lots, each focusing on specific service areas, and suppliers can bid for one or multiple lots based on their expertise. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with an open procurement method. Key dates include the tender period ending on 20th September 2024, and the contract period set from 21st October 2024 to 31st October 2028. The contracting process falls under the advertising and marketing services industry category, with significant representation across multiple regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the UK. This tender provides a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in marketing and communication to collaborate with the Mayoral Combined Authority and the Metro Mayor. Companies capable of delivering national media planning, and aligning with strategic communication objectives, stand to benefit from this framework. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the contract is well-suited for their capabilities. This extensive framework not only promises consistent business over four years but also amplifies the reach and impact of the participating agencies in managing high-profile campaigns and events across various public sectors. ## Notice This Framework Contract aims to provide the Combined Authority (CA) and associated public sector organisations with a comprehensive framework for marketing and communication services. The goal is to achieve the best outcomes for communication campaigns and events while ensuring value for money. This contract will be divided into seven lots, each addressing specific service areas. Suppliers are invited to bid on one or multiple lots based on their expertise. Scope of Services Agencies will work with the Mayoral Combined Authority and the Metro Mayor to meet the national media planning and delivery requirements related to campaigns spanning across multiple Directorates and aligned with the Metro Mayor's priorities. The national media strategy will complement the existing work of the Mayoral Combined Authority Communications & Marketing team and its local and regional media engagement to ensure a unified media strategy aligned with the organisation's wider communications objectives. Interested parties should register at https://weca-atamis.my.site.com/s/Welcome to view documents and submit bids. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edee18bf-f7f5-44ed-a30c-cfa2fb8a9e10 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Oct 2024 - 31 Oct 2028 | | 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 | WEST OF ENGLAND COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 6EW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Lawrence Hill | | Westminster constituency | Bristol East | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services ## Release History - 5 Sep 2024 at 08:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edee18bf-f7f5-44ed-a30c-cfa2fb8a9e10 - 5 Sep 2024 at 08:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/822ff489-871b-4a30-9556-efc791b42401 - 1 Aug 2024 at 13:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6389bf0-91ad-49ee-afc6-50a696f77d2b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edee18bf-f7f5-44ed-a30c-cfa2fb8a9e10 5th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/822ff489-871b-4a30-9556-efc791b42401 5th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6389bf0-91ad-49ee-afc6-50a696f77d2b 1st August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://weca-atamis.my.site.com/s/Welcome ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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