---
title: "Media Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000598658"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT, SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT & COMMERCIAL DIRECTORATE"
published: "2019-10-22"
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# Media Services Framework

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT, SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT & COMMERCIAL DIRECTORATE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000598658

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## Summary

The Scottish Government, specifically the Scottish Procurement & Commercial Directorate, is initiating a procurement process for a "Media Services Framework," which is classified under general public services. This process is currently in the planning stage, as the existing framework is set to expire on 31 October 2020. The procurement encompasses various media services including press cuttings, broadcast services, online news media, social media, evaluation and analytics, news distribution, and enquiry management. Interested suppliers must submit their responses to a Request for Information document by midday on 8 November 2019. The communication regarding future notices is expected on 17 February 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in media services, such as public relations firms, media analytics companies, and digital communications agencies. By participating in this procurement process, businesses can contribute their insights to the development of the new framework, potentially leading to successful contracts within the Scottish public sector. Companies with experience in providing comprehensive media solutions will be well-positioned to compete and secure growth through participation in this national framework.

## Notice

The current Media Services Framework commenced on 1 November 2016 and is due to expire on 31 October 2020. This Framework is a national (Scotland wide) Framework covering the following services: - press cuttings service - broadcast service - online news media service - social media service - evaluation and analytics service - news distribution and online news room service - enquiry management service

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The current Media Services Framework commenced on 1 November 2016 and is due to expire on 31 October 2020. This Framework is a national (Scotland wide) Framework, covering the following services: - press cuttings service - broadcast service - online news media service - social media service - evaluation and analytics service - news distribution and online news room service - enquiry management service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT369963 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 17 Feb 2020 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT, SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT & COMMERCIAL DIRECTORATE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8LU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 22200000 - Newspapers, journals, periodicals and magazines
- 72310000 - Data-processing services
- 72414000 - Web search engine providers
- 72416000 - Application service providers
- 79310000 - Market research services
- 79330000 - Statistical services
- 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services
- 79416000 - Public relations services
- 92200000 - Radio and television services
- 92400000 - News-agency services

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT369963

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT369963&idx=1
  24th October 2019 - Media Services Framework - Request for Information (RFI) - Supplier RFI - October 2019
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT369963
  Media Services Framework - The current Media Services Framework commenced on 1 November 2016 and is due to expire on 31 October 2020. This Framework is a national (Scotland wide) Framework covering the following services: - press cuttings service - broadcast service - online news media service - social media service - evaluation and analytics service - news distribution and online news room service - enquiry management service

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=598658
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000598658

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