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title: "Framework Agreement for Media Services"
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# Framework Agreement for Media Services

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04d4ed

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Framework Agreement for Media Services" is managed by the Scottish Government, a central purchasing body based in Edinburgh, Scotland. The framework focuses on public relations services, with an estimated value of £1,500,000 for services rendered, extendable up to £2,250,000 with VAT. Key locations include public sector bodies across the UKM region. The process was conducted using an open procedure under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 and progressed through the tender and award stages, with contracts signed in August 2025. The framework is active for a period of four years and involves a renewal possibility. The procurement stage of the documents provided ranges from active tenders to completed awards.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in media and public relations services, especially those capable of delivering comprehensive media coverage, social media services, and analytics. Businesses equipped with relevant capabilities to provide digital and broadcast media services across diverse geographies will find this framework attractive. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as social enterprises, are encouraged to participate, offering potential competitive advantages and fostering broader community benefits through engagement with public sector bodies in Scotland. The contract emphasizes continuous improvement and best value delivery, offering a chance for businesses to showcase innovative solutions and gain credibility in public sector contracting.

## Notice

This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Media Services to Framework Public Bodies throughout Scotland

### Lot Information

Framework Agreement for Media Services - Lot 1

The Framework agreement is for the provision of Media Services to Public Sector Bodies throughout Scotland. The agreement is for a period of 4 years. The Contractor must be able to provide the full range of Lot 1 core services as detailed in the Invitation to Tender documents to Public Sector Bodies on a cost effective and best value basis. These include: -Print Media Coverage Service -Broadcast Coverage Service -Online Coverage Service -Social Media Service -Analytics & Evaluation Service The contractor must provide comprehensive management information at all stages throughout the process and to all participating framework public bodies. All Public Sector Bodies must receive a consistently high level service, irrespective of geographical location. A degree of flexibility is required in the service delivery. The contractor will be expected to provide resources, processes and systems that deliver continuous improvement and which demonstrate that best value is being achieved for all organisations. Improvements delivered may include but are not limited to; reduction in whole-life costs, quality, and user satisfaction.

Renewal: The Framework will be placed for a 4 year period and may be subject to renewal at the end of the 4 year period.

Framework Agreement for Media Services - Lot 2

The Framework agreement is for the provision of Media Services to Public Sector Bodies throughout Scotland. The agreement will be for a period of 4 years. The contractor must be able to provide the full range of Lot 2 core services as detailed in the Invitation to Tender documents to Public Sector Bodies on a cost effective and best value basis. These include: -News Distribution and Online Newsroom Service -Enquiry Management Service The contractor must provide comprehensive management information at all stages throughout the process and to all participating Public Sector Bodies. All framework public bodies must receive a consistently high level of service, irrespective of geographical location. A degree of flexibility is required in the service delivery. The contractor will be expected to provide resources, processes and systems that deliver continuous improvement and which demonstrate that best value is being achieved for all organisations. Improvements delivered may include but are not limited to; reduction in whole-life costs, quality and user satisfaction.

Renewal: The Framework will be placed for a 4 year period and may be subject to renewal at the end of the 4 year period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054215-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Within 4 years |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | £1,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,580,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Leith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | ACCESS INTELLIGENCE MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED (TRADING AS VUELIO; PRESS DATA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 72310000 - Data-processing services
- 72414000 - Web search engine providers
- 72416000 - Application service providers
- 79310000 - Market research services
- 79330000 - Statistical services
- 79416000 - Public relations services
- 92200000 - Radio and television services
- 92400000 - News-agency services

## Release History

- 5 Sep 2025 at 10:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054215-2025
- 21 Jan 2025 at 10:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001986-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.scot/publications/public-procurement-governance/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2361
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Government/public-bodies/about/Bodies
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000781239
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

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