---
title: "Times Higher Education Package"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06760b"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-03-27"
---

# Times Higher Education Package

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06760b

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## Summary

The University of Exeter successfully concluded a public procurement process for the "Times Higher Education Package," specialising in services within the advertising and marketing sector. This contract involved electronic direct mail campaigns, newsletter ads, programmatic social media advertising, an enhanced profile subscription, and podcasts, all designed to enhance digital presence. Located in Exeter, UK, the procurement process reached the award and contract stage, concluded without competition, as it was below the threshold for such measures. The contract was signed on 29th July 2025, and the services are expected to be delivered over the duration of one year, ending on 29th July 2026. The total comprehensive contract value was £122,600, indicating a strategic investment in digital visibility and engagement for the university.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses engaged in advertising and marketing services, especially those specialising in digital media campaigns. Companies with expertise in managing electronic direct mail and social media advertising would find themselves suitably equipped to meet the tender's requirements. The direct procurement method highlights an opportunity for businesses that can offer specific, high-quality strategic advertising solutions to academic institutions like the University of Exeter, fostering potential partnerships and long-term engagements in the educational sector. Businesses leveraging technological advancements in targeted marketing would particularly benefit from such collaborations.

## Notice

3 x eDM (Electronic Direct Mail), campaigns newsletter ads and programmatic social media advertising. Enhanced Profile - 1-year subscription, 3 x podcasts recorded and display ads

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028317-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 29 Jul 2025 - 29 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £102,166 |

## 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 4QJ |
| 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 | THE WORLD UNIVERSITIES INSIGHTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79341000 - Advertising services
- 79342000 - Marketing services

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2026 at 10:00 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028317-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028317-2026
  27th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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