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title: "FEW1607 - Advertising on exterior of buses"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06895b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-23"
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# FEW1607 - Advertising on exterior of buses

Buyer: LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06895b

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Leicester City Council has reached the award stage for the contract titled "FEW1607 - Advertising on exterior of buses," focusing on promotional plans under the Leicester Buses Partnership BSIP. This tender falls under the services category, specifically aimed at advertising, and involves a procurement method described as 'Below threshold - without competition,' allowing direct engagement without traditional competitive procedures. The contract, valued at £70,000 with a potential gross amount of £84,000, is set to commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude on 30th June 2027, with a possible renewal extending up to 31st December 2027. The process is marked complete, reflecting Leicester's determination to enhance public transport visibility through advertising solutions.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in media and advertising, particularly those with capabilities in exterior advertising solutions. The contract's execution by GLOBAL MEDIA GROUP SERVICES LIMITED, a large supplier, exemplifies the project's potential scale and impact. Companies adept at providing creative and effective advertising services, especially in transport or public sector advertising, could find business expansion opportunities through such initiatives. Although the process was without competition, it showcases a targeted approach that favours entities equipped to meet specific project objectives, offering a conducive environment for strategic partnerships and expansions in similar commercial landscapes.

## Notice

FEW1607 - Advertising on exterior of buses as part of the Leicester Buses Partnership BSIP promotion plans.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036967-2026 |
| 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 | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £70,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 1FZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLOBAL MEDIA GROUP SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79341000 - Advertising services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 10:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036967-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036967-2026
  23rd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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