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title: "Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000598299"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2020-07-17"
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# Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000598299

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is leading a procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices" aimed at providing recruitment and public appointment advertising services. This contract is classified under the services industry and has a value of £12 million. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period concluded on 27 February 2020, and the award date of 6 July 2020. The contract is tied to various public bodies in Edinburgh and will operate within the UK, ensuring compliance with relevant procurement regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those in advertising, public relations, and media services. Companies specialising in copywriting, digital advertising, and branding would benefit greatly from this contract. The open procedure allows various suppliers to participate, making it ideal for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative advertising solutions. The engagement with the public sector also offers a pathway for businesses seeking to expand their portfolios and enhance their visibility within governmental procurement frameworks.

## Notice

This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Recruitment and Public Appointments Advertising and Public Information Notice Adverts. The Contractor will be required to work with the Framework Public Bodies to meet all requirements of the service, this will include providing copy-writing and type-setting services, advice on digital advertising options, along with advice relating to the wording, branding and placement of adverts and use of various media routes.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Procurement and Commercial Directorate (SPCD) is the organisation tasked with procuring requirements on behalf of Scottish Public Sector Bodies. The Framework will cover the provision of Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices, for the booking of advertisements to run in Scotland, UK and Overseas, in support of activities including, but not restricted to, public information and recruitment advertising. The purpose of this agreement is to provide the Scottish Public Sector with an open and transparent approach to Recruitment Advertising and Public Information services, with the contractor providing the best possible outcomes for campaign activity.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL390533 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | 30 Nov 2019 |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | within 4 years |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000,000 |
| Lots value | £12,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £12,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Leith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TMP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79341000 - Advertising services

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL390533
- 27 Jan 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN378787
- 7 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368530

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368530&idx=1
  9th October 2019 - Recruitment Ads and PINs - Strategy Stage - RFI - Statement of Requirement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT368530&idx=2
  9th October 2019 - Recruitment Ads and PINs - Strategy Stage - RFI - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368530
  Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices - This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Recruitment and Public Appointments Advertising and Public Information Notice Adverts. The Contractor will be required to work with the Framework Public Bodies to meet all requirements of the service this will include providing copy-writing and type-setting services, advice on digital advertising options, along with advice relating to the wording, branding and placement of adverts and use of various media routes.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN378787
  Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices - This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Recruitment and Public Appointments Advertising and Public Information Notice Adverts. The Contractor will be required to work with the Framework Public Bodies to meet all requirements of the service, this will include providing copy-writing and type-setting services, advice on digital advertising options, along with advice relating to the wording, branding and placement of adverts and use of various media routes.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL390533
  Recruitment Advertising and Public Information Notices - This Framework Agreement is for the provision of Recruitment and Public Appointments Advertising and Public Information Notice Adverts. The Contractor will be required to work with the Framework Public Bodies to meet all requirements of the service, this will include providing copy-writing and type-setting services, advice on digital advertising options, along with advice relating to the wording, branding and placement of adverts and use of various media routes.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nhsscotlandprocurement.scot.nhs.uk/
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Government/public-bodies/about/Bodies
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000598299
- https://www.gov.scot/publications/public-procurement-governance/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

## Provenance

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