---
title: "Communications strategy"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064cda"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064cda"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064cda.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064cda.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-02-10"
---

# Communications strategy

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064cda

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064cda)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064cda.json)

## Summary

The University of Exeter engaged in a public procurement process to develop and deliver a communications strategy, classified under the IT services category, specifically for consulting, software development, and support. The process concluded with the 'award' and 'contract' stages on 10th February 2026. The contract, valued at £34,800, commenced on 28th January 2026 and will remain active until 27th January 2027. The procurement was carried out using a direct method, below the threshold without competition, highlighting the targeted engagement with Skating Panda Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in London. The development project was undertaken within the UK region of Exeter, with the contract having been signed on 23rd January 2026.

This procurement opportunity presents growth potential for SMEs specializing in IT services, including consulting and software development, by collaborating with a reputable higher education institution like the University of Exeter. The focus on a communications strategy aligns well with businesses experienced in strategic IT solutions and delivery. Companies in the IT services industry, particularly those with expertise in consulting, software development, and communications, would find themselves well-suited to similar public undertakings, offering a robust platform for enhancing visibility and credibility while contributing to the successful delivery of vital university projects.

## Notice

Communications strategy development and delivery.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011992-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Jan 2026 - 27 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £34,800 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SKATING PANDA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2026 at 14:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011992-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011992-2026
  10th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064cda. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064cda.json.