--- title: "Communications and Campaigns Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03b4f1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03b4f1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03b4f1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03b4f1.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY" published: "2023-03-22" --- # Communications and Campaigns Framework Buyer: LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03b4f1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03b4f1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03b4f1.json) ## Summary The Leeds Beckett University has initiated a tender process for the "Communications and Campaigns Framework" within the services category. This opportunity is aimed at appointing specialist providers for various communication and campaign tasks, split into five lots covering campaigns, crisis management, content creation, public affairs, and media training. The estimated annual spend for this framework ranges from £5,000 to £50,000 across all lots. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a bid opening date set for April 28, 2023, in Leeds. This tender by Leeds Beckett University offers opportunities for businesses that specialise in public relations services, content creation, crisis management, public affairs, and media training. Companies with expertise in campaign strategy, media relations, and content development are well-suited to compete. The framework provides a chance for businesses to secure a long-term contract with potential renewal options, contributing to their growth and stability in the communication and campaigns sector. ## Notice This tender is for communications and campaigns. This may include; *insight gathering and analysis; *campaign strategy development, planning, delivery and evaluation; *content development and production, including copywriting, creating social and digital content, and other campaign assets; *media relations; and *public affairs. We wish to appoint specialist providers who can offer in-house (not-outsourced) expertise across the range of communications and campaigns disciplines and deliverables as set out above. We estimate that we will spend between PS5,000-PS50,000 per annum across all lots, however the University does not guarantee this or any level of spend. The framework will be split into five lots as follows: *Lot 1 - campaigns and projects *Lot 2 - crisis management *Lot 3 - content creation and copywriting *Lot 4 - public affairs *Lot 5 - media training ### Lot Information Campaigns and Projects Contractors on this lot will be expected to provide specialist support on a range of campaigns and projects. This could include PR, media relations and public affairs; campaign strategy, development and management; and content creation for a wide range of channels including podcasts, digital and social media. Work could range from leading campaigns on behalf of the university, to contributing to elements of campaigns alongside the university and other partners; and may be focused on the areas of expertise in our academic schools. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2628TUT2BG Renewal: 2 year initial framework followed by 2 years possible extension Crisis Management Contractors on this lot will have a proven specialism in handling crisis and reputational communications. They will use their established expertise and draw on insight and intelligence to advise the university on live strategies to manage media and other key parties. This could include directly managing media requests, running a media response function, coordinating stakeholder communications, and providing out-of-hours cover on behalf of the university. Renewal: 2 + 2 year extension Content Creation and Copywriting Contractors on this lot will be expected to develop and deliver content for web, digital and social media; internal, external and student audiences; and other communications channels as required. This will include gathering and writing content about the institution, through interviews, research, briefings and other routes, taking often complex academic research and producing content for wider audience understanding. Renewal: 2 + 2 year extension Public Affairs Contractors on this lot will provide public affairs expertise to help the university secure relationships and positioning in support of their strategic ambitions, using a range of evidenced approaches and techniques. This work could include local, regional, national and international engagement, through a variety of sectors and networks. Renewal: 2 + 2 Year extension Media Training Contractors on this lot will provide expertise to help the university prepare spokespeople for radio, television and print interviews ensuring they can communicate with clarity and confidence and have an understanding of what the media and journalists are looking for. This work could include local, regional, national and international audiences. Renewal: 2 + 2 year extension ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008267-2023 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Mar 2023 | | Submission deadline | 28 Apr 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | 4 years | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | £210,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY | | Locality | LEEDS | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS1 3HE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse | | Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley | | Delivery location | TLE42 Leeds | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79416000 - Public relations services ## Release History - 22 Mar 2023 at 10:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008267-2023 ## Notice URLs - http://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk - https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2628TUT2BG - https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Public-relations-services./2628TUT2BG - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Monitoring-and-control-services./Y9FE8UW84T - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leeds:-Public-relations-services./2628TUT2BG ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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