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title: "Procurement of a Marketing & Communications Agency to support millions to move"
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buyer: "HEALTH INNOVATION NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA"
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# Procurement of a Marketing & Communications Agency to support millions to move

Buyer: HEALTH INNOVATION NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b75b9ee-4b59-4c67-a167-61a8d7a7992b

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria sought a marketing and communications agency to support a national programme promoting physical activity across England. This contract, under the identification "AHSN001-DN810840-64245701", falls within the industry category of business services, specifically covering areas like law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing, and security. It utilised a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure, with the tender period concluding on 12th April 2026. The contract was awarded to Freud Communications on 7th May 2026, covering a contract period from 13th May 2026 to 13th May 2028. The buying organisation is based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, and the total contract value is £4,377,046.50.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand within the marketing and communications sectors, particularly those capable of handling large-scale campaigns aimed at increasing physical activity nationwide. SMEs were encouraged to participate, highlighting the suitability for businesses that are flexible and highly responsive to dynamic project requirements. While the contract has been awarded, similar future opportunities may arise, offering significant growth potential for proficient agencies with expertise in developing strategic communications initiatives.

## Notice

HI NENC is commissioning an agency partner to design and deliver the marketing, PR, and communications strategy for a national programme designed to increase physical activity and reduce inactivity across Englan

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddfb1529-d10f-40c1-8920-d4d7b72ffcfb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 May 2026 - 13 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,377,046 |
| 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 | HEALTH INNOVATION NORTH EAST AND NORTH CUMBRIA |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 4XQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FREUD 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

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2026 at 07:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddfb1529-d10f-40c1-8920-d4d7b72ffcfb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddfb1529-d10f-40c1-8920-d4d7b72ffcfb
  30th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://healthinnovationnenc.org.uk/

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