--- title: "SAM Project PR & Marketing Support Services (University of Sunderland)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6a911797-6342-4bc5-8631-976a3f674fdc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6a911797-6342-4bc5-8631-976a3f674fdc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6a911797-6342-4bc5-8631-976a3f674fdc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6a911797-6342-4bc5-8631-976a3f674fdc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND" published: "2021-01-05" --- # SAM Project PR & Marketing Support Services (University of Sunderland) Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6a911797-6342-4bc5-8631-976a3f674fdc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6a911797-6342-4bc5-8631-976a3f674fdc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6a911797-6342-4bc5-8631-976a3f674fdc.json) ## Summary The University of Sunderland is currently seeking proposals for the "SAM Project PR & Marketing Support Services", a tender initiated as part of a £10.9 million project aimed at supporting SME manufacturers in the North East Local Enterprise Partnership Region. This procurement process, classified under public relations consultancy services, is in the tender stage with submissions closing on 25th January 2021 at 17:00. The anticipated contract value is up to £42,050 (ex VAT) with an expected contract duration from February 2021 to June 2023. This opportunity presents a significant avenue for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in public relations, marketing, and advertising services. Companies that focus on PR strategy development, website management, and content creation, as well as those adept in photography and videography, will find this tender well-suited to their expertise. With the project being primarily aimed at enhancing the visibility and success of the SAM Project, it offers the chance to engage in a collaborative and impactful partnership with a reputable education institution. ## 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 Additional information: Please express an interest in In-Tend portal, download the documents, and send in your completed tender return via In-Tend before the deadline Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd1cdbed-f449-4e11-93ec-a096ccd9bdeb | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Jan 2021 | | Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Feb 2021 - 30 Jun 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £54,665 | | 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 - 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 - 5 Jan 2021 at 11:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd1cdbed-f449-4e11-93ec-a096ccd9bdeb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd1cdbed-f449-4e11-93ec-a096ccd9bdeb 5th January 2021 - 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/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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