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title: "The Provision of Communication & Marketing Services (Public Affairs, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Social Media)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c17d"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "GLASGOW KELVIN COLLEGE"
published: "2026-07-01"
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# The Provision of Communication & Marketing Services (Public Affairs, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Social Media)

Buyer: GLASGOW KELVIN COLLEGE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c17d

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## Summary

Glasgow Kelvin College has initiated an open procurement process for the provision of Communication and Marketing Services, specifically in public affairs, public relations, digital marketing, and social media. This tender is in the services category, classified under public relations services, and is open to competitive bids. The contract location is in the region of Glasgow (UKM82), and the procurement is currently in the Tender stage with the deadline for submissions set for 31st July 2026 at 12:00 PM, following which bids will be opened at 1:00 PM the same day. The successful contractor will begin the contract on 9th September 2026, running until 31st August 2028, with the possibility of a two-year extension based on performance and continuing requirements. The procurement is governed by the European Union Directive 2014/24/EU, allowing for electronic submissions and payments.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in digital communications and marketing services. Companies with robust capabilities in delivering public relations and digital marketing strategies will find this project aligns with their expertise. Specifically, firms that can provide high-quality, cost-effective solutions (where the quality-to-price ratio is valued at 75:25) stand to benefit. Additionally, the tender includes a requirement for delivering community benefits, such as training opportunities and apprenticeships, making it particularly appealing to businesses committed to social value and community engagement. Companies able to demonstrate strong financial and economic standing through prior audits and requisite insurances will be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

## Notice

Glasgow Kelvin College is looking to appoint a Contractor to provide for the provision of Communication and Marketing Services (Public Affairs, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and Social Media).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Glasgow Kelvin College is looking to appoint a Contractor to provide for the provision of Communication and Marketing Services (Public Affairs, Public Relations, Digital Marketing and Social Media).

Renewal: The College reserves the right to extend the Contract for a further two years subject to satisfactory performance and continued College requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061832-2026 |
| 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 | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## 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 | GLASGOW KELVIN COLLEGE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G21 4TD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Springburn/Robroyston |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79342000 - Marketing services
- 79416000 - Public relations services
- 79416100 - Public relations management services

## Release History

- 1 Jul 2026 at 13:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061832-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000836157
- https://www.glasgowkelvin.ac.uk/
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA22362
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/glasgow-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

## Provenance

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