--- title: "Summer Reading Scheme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c28aefef-17ff-4f25-88f8-1234069b7079" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c28aefef-17ff-4f25-88f8-1234069b7079" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c28aefef-17ff-4f25-88f8-1234069b7079.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c28aefef-17ff-4f25-88f8-1234069b7079.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM" published: "2024-12-10" --- # Summer Reading Scheme Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c28aefef-17ff-4f25-88f8-1234069b7079 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c28aefef-17ff-4f25-88f8-1234069b7079) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c28aefef-17ff-4f25-88f8-1234069b7079.json) ## Summary The London Borough of Newham is initiating the planning stage for a procurement titled "Summer Reading Scheme" within the library services industry category. This scheme is targeted for implementation across 10 libraries in Newham, London (E16 2QU). The key date to note is the engagement end date on 17th December 2024, by which interested providers should confirm their participation. The full delivery of materials is expected by early May 2025. The scheme aims to encourage around 40,000 children to read from June to September annually, with resources for both regular and younger participants. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses with experience in running large-scale reading schemes and marketing campaigns. Ideal candidates include suppliers with over five years of relevant experience, particularly those skilled in creating marketing materials and managing multimedia campaigns across television, radio, and social media. SMEs are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the specified requirements, including the creation of bilingual resources and the ability to evaluate the scheme's impact. Interested parties should contact Caroline Rae by 17th December 2024 to confirm their capability to deliver all aspects of the scheme. ## Notice Newham Libraries are looking for a supplier who would provide materials for a summer reading scheme across 10 libraries. It would run from June to September each year and would have around 40,000 children taking part. Physical resources should include: * a joining leaflet / pamphlet to track progress with the challenge. * Rewards such as stickers * a variety of incentives to encourage children to keep reading. * At the end there would be a medal and a certificate. * A range of marketing materials including posters in different sizes, banners, pull-ups * Accessories including t-shirts and lanyards for young volunteers. * Resources also available in languages other than English * Downloadable supporting documentation - activities, presentations, instructions, template letters * Evaluation of the scheme * Website for online participation with gamification and book recommendations * A linked winter reading scheme Age appropriate There should be two versions of the scheme - the regular scheme for all children over 4 and a simplified scheme for younger children. Design The scheme would have a change of theme each year and would be illustrated by established children's illustrators. Any illustrated characters must be representative of children who are taking part in the challenge. Marketing and Experience We would be especially interested in suppliers who have experience of marketing in television, radio and social media and will run a media marketing campaign including, but not restricted to, press releases and adverts. Celebratory ambassadors who would encourage children to read. We are looking for a supplier who has more than 5 years' experience of running a scheme like this. Evaluation Experience of evaluating the reading scheme with experience of wider research into the benefits of children reading over the summer. Dates All materials should be delivered in early May 2025. The opportunity is open to any provider with relevant experience and able to meet all the requirements above. To potentially participate in this opportunity, please contact Caroline.Rae@newham.gov.uk confirming whether you can meet all these requirements by CoP 17/12/2024. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9c09651-0b90-4ea7-b9e9-710fa15b4dd6 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 17 Dec 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF NEWHAM | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E16 2QU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham | | Local authority | Newham | | Electoral ward | Royal Albert | | Westminster constituency | West Ham and Beckton | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92511000 - Library services ## Release History - 10 Dec 2024 at 10:30 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9c09651-0b90-4ea7-b9e9-710fa15b4dd6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f9c09651-0b90-4ea7-b9e9-710fa15b4dd6 10th December 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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