---
title: "Provision of Advertising Agent Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0680b1"
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buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
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# Provision of Advertising Agent Services

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0680b1

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## Summary

Argyll and Bute Council is actively seeking tenders for the provision of Advertising Agent Services. The contract, with an estimated value of £900,000, revolves around services in the advertising industry, specifically aiming to maintain clear and timely communication with the public through precise media placements. The process is currently at the tender stage under an open procedure, with electronic submissions accepted. The tender is based in Argyll and Bute, and the submission deadline is set for 14th May 2026. The contract, once awarded, includes a contract period of approximately five years, with potential extensions based on performance and budget availability.

This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses with expertise in advertising services to expand their portfolio, particularly those adept at media coordination and communications. Firms specialising in strategic media planning, quality service methodologies, and robust contract management will find themselves well-suited to bid for this tender. Additionally, the focus on community benefits offers businesses a platform to contribute positively to local community development while growing their business. The procurement also highlights fair work practices and the importance of timeliness and risk management, appealing to businesses that prioritise quality and corporate social responsibility.

## Notice

Provision of Advertising Agent Services. The appointed agent will act as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets, ensuring adverts are reviewed, clarified where necessary, and published accurately and on time. This role is critical for maintaining clear, consistent and timely communication with the public.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Advertising Agent Services. The appointed agent will act as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets, ensuring adverts are reviewed, clarified where necessary, and published accurately and on time. This role is critical for maintaining clear, consistent and timely communication with the public.

Renewal: Option to extend for a further two (2) years and then up to an additional two (2) years, subject to budget availability and satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033128-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Between 23 December 2030 and 23 December 2034 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | £900,000 |
| 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 | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL |
| Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA31 8RT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Argyll and Bute |
| Electoral ward | Mid Argyll |
| Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber |
| Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79341000 - Advertising services

## Release History

- 13 Apr 2026 at 09:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033128-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
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- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=829187
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00063
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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