---
title: "Provision of Media Advertising Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069a20"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-15"
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# Provision of Media Advertising Services

Buyer: SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069a20

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## Summary

South Ayrshire Council is inviting tenders for the provision of Media Advertising Services, primarily for local newspapers and media. This public procurement process is under the 'Advertising services' category as per the CPV classification 79341000 and is currently in the 'Tender' stage. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 19th June 2026, with an anticipated contract start date from the same day. Located in Ayr (UKM94 region), this procurement will follow an open procedure, allowing for electronic submission of bids. The contract has a significant term until 2030, including potential renewals, and focuses on achieving community benefits, such as targeted recruitment and SME development.

This tender provides an excellent growth opportunity for businesses specializing in media advertising, particularly those experienced in serving public sector clients. Companies proficient in advertising consultancy, marketing services, or production of advertising materials will find this contract particularly appealing. Community engagement and the delivery of social benefits form part of the evaluation, favouring tenderers who can demonstrate these values. The structured contract terms, prioritizing quality and price, along with the allowance for electronic invoicing and payment, are conducive for well-equipped organisations to engage efficiently with South Ayrshire Council.

## Notice

South Ayrshire Council requires a suitably experienced supplier to provide Media Advertising Services for the Council's advertising requirements, the majority of which will be in local newspapers and media.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

South Ayrshire Council requires a suitably experienced supplier to provide Media Advertising Services for the Council's advertising requirements, the majority of which will be in local newspapers and media.

Renewal: March 2030

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044958-2026 |
| 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 | 15 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | March 2030 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 | SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | AYR |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA7 1DR |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM94 South Ayrshire |
| Local authority | South Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Ayr West |
| Westminster constituency | Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock |
| Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 22462000 - Advertising material
- 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services
- 79341000 - Advertising services
- 79341100 - Advertising consultancy services
- 79341200 - Advertising management services

## Release History

- 15 May 2026 at 13:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044958-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832113
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00405
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

## Provenance

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