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title: "Cumbria LEP Communications Support"
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buyer: "CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Cumbria LEP Communications Support

Buyer: CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c4ee265e-bc67-44e6-843a-4da1d0843998

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Cumbria LEP Communications Support" project, initiated by Cumbria County Council, aimed to secure expert communications services to bolster the Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership's efforts towards economic growth. The tender, classified under business services (CPV code: 79000000), concluded on 9th June 2017, with an awarded contract value of £34,860. The delivery of services is expected to commence on 23rd June 2017 and conclude by 30th March 2018, with the delivery address located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was an open procedure. 

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in communication services, public relations, marketing, and consultancy within the region. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) especially stand to benefit from this contract, as the buy organisation seeks agile and innovative service providers that can contribute to enhancing the county's economic vibrancy. Companies with expertise in strategic communications and a proven track record in public sector work will find this an ideal opportunity to expand their market presence and build partnerships within the local economic landscape.

## Notice

Cumbria County Council Undertook a tender process to find a suitable expert and experienced organisation and individuals to provide a range of communications services to the Cumbria Local Enterprise. Cumbria Local Enterprise Partnership provides a strategic lead in all activities contributing to the growth and vibrancy of the county's economy and where appropriate takes positive action, using the skills, capability and networks of its partners.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0b92f0f-0d41-4f6a-924a-80325bf8d2bb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 22 Jun 2017 - 30 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,860 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,860 |
| 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 | CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA3 8NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Currock |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

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

- 16 Jun 2017 at 14:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0b92f0f-0d41-4f6a-924a-80325bf8d2bb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0b92f0f-0d41-4f6a-924a-80325bf8d2bb
  16th June 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=222c097c-6c39-e711-80e0-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cumbria.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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