--- title: "Communications Support" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6db9d7e3-599c-4283-a494-f2846a5ac5bb" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6db9d7e3-599c-4283-a494-f2846a5ac5bb" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6db9d7e3-599c-4283-a494-f2846a5ac5bb.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6db9d7e3-599c-4283-a494-f2846a5ac5bb.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2021-05-21" --- # Communications Support Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6db9d7e3-599c-4283-a494-f2846a5ac5bb [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6db9d7e3-599c-4283-a494-f2846a5ac5bb) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6db9d7e3-599c-4283-a494-f2846a5ac5bb.json) ## Summary The procurement process for "Communications Support" was conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on the provision of integrated communication strategies within the legal advisory and information services industry. This tender, awarded to Allen Lane Limited, was initiated as a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 19 April 2021 and concluded on 14 May 2021, with a total contract value of £10,620. The tender had a deadline for submissions on 19 March 2021, and project-related activities were applicable in the UK and British Overseas Territories. This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their foothold in the communications and marketing sector. Businesses that specialise in developing digital strategies, marketing campaigns, and stakeholder engagement would find this contract particularly relevant. With the emphasis on strategic communication underpinned by data and insight, firms with capabilities in these areas are encouraged to explore similar opportunities to enhance their growth potential. ## Notice About the job Design and develop integrated communication, digital and marketing strategies and initiate both reactive and proactive campaigns driven by insight and data. Work constructively with colleagues and partners to gain expert opinions. Collaborate and support workstream leads and programme colleagues with delivery of a compelling narrative and communication tools to underpin programme outcomes. Support and enable relationships with key stakeholders, advocates and partners, to gather intelligence and build situational awareness. Develop and manage responses to commissions and briefings ensuring to effectively manage the full end-to-end process from commission to completion. Develop a knowledge base, working with and through programme colleagues, to act as a repository of information and communication products. Support the evaluation of effectiveness against objectives. Review lessons learned and compare with industry best practice to identify areas for improvement for future communication strategies Ensure and commit to individual and organisational learning and talent development in order to enhance organisational capability. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb16f66f-1f21-4376-94f8-c3e4e44d9f5e | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 18 Apr 2021 | | Contract period | 18 Apr 2021 - 14 May 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,620 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £10,620 | | 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Not specified | | Postcode | SP1J 3JR | | Country | Not specified | | ITL 1 | Not specified | | ITL 2 | Not specified | | ITL 3 | Not specified | | Local authority | Not specified | | Electoral ward | Not specified | | Westminster constituency | Not specified | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ALLEN LANE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79140000 - Legal advisory and information services ## Release History - 21 May 2021 at 11:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb16f66f-1f21-4376-94f8-c3e4e44d9f5e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb16f66f-1f21-4376-94f8-c3e4e44d9f5e 21st May 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b24dc275-b7ad-4b81-a40f-ccd4c9b63d90 n/a ## Notice URLs - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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