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title: "Wakefield Exchange - communication strategy and interior design"
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# Wakefield Exchange - communication strategy and interior design

Buyer: WAKEFIELD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e122af93-12fc-4833-9cb5-575a5701bb95

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## Summary

The Wakefield Council is seeking professional services for the development and delivery of a communication strategy and interior design for the Wakefield Exchange project. This project involves sector-specific communication, public relations, and branding implementation. The tender deadline for this service is 6th October 2022, with the contract expected to start on 1st November 2022 and conclude by November 2023. This opportunity is categorised under advertising and marketing services within the Yorkshire and the Humber region, making it suitable for businesses in that industry looking to expand their portfolio.

Wakefield Council has awarded the contract to Hemingway Design for a value of £97,296.80. The contract period runs from 1st March 2023 to 29th February 2024. As Wakefield Exchange undergoes its transformation, businesses specialising in promotional services and interior design would find this award a lucrative opportunity to showcase their capabilities and contribute to the revitalisation of the city centre area. For SMEs aspiring to collaborate with the public sector, this contract presents a prime chance to establish a relationship with Wakefield Council and gain valuable experience in delivering public projects.

## Notice

Wakefield Council is seeking professional services for the development and delivery of a communication strategy for the former market hall site and buildings in Wakefield city centre. The strategy will comprise of sector specific communication (inclusive of tenant recruitment strategy and toolkit) and general public relations and communication. The branding strategy for the building has already been produced and approved by the Council. However, it will be necessary to change the name of the building from WX to Wakefield Exchange. The successful consultancy will deliver the re-naming within the boundaries of the existing WX branding. The branding concept design requires implementation and inclusion into interior design of the buildings and outdoor areas. This will be delivered by the successful tenderer. It is anticipated the contract will commence 1st November and the project completed November 2023. Please refer to the specification contained within the ITT document for more information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33c25bd9-849a-49ce-84b5-1ed13e4103e5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Mar 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2023 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £97,296 |
| 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 | WAKEFIELD COUNCIL |
| Locality | WAKEFIELD |
| Post town | Wakefield |
| Postcode | WF1 2EB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE45 Wakefield |
| Local authority | Wakefield |
| Electoral ward | Wakefield North |
| Westminster constituency | Wakefield and Rothwell |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HEMINGWAY DESIGN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services
- 79342200 - Promotional services

## Release History

- 1 Mar 2023 at 12:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33c25bd9-849a-49ce-84b5-1ed13e4103e5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33c25bd9-849a-49ce-84b5-1ed13e4103e5
  1st March 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=53009&B=UK
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/104123
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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