--- title: "Media buying services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND" published: "2025-09-08" --- # Media buying services Buyer: NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964.json) ## Summary The National Trust for Scotland, situated in Edinburgh, is seeking proposals for media buying services across various channels, as outlined in their Invitation to Tender. This procurement is categorised under services in the conservation and heritage industry, specifically focusing on media and marketing services. The procurement process is at the tender stage and will follow an open procedure method, allowing all interested parties to submit tenders electronically. The tender period concludes on 10th October 2025 at 12:00 PM BST, with an anticipated start date for awarding the contract set for the same day at 1:00 PM BST. This contract is based in the UKM region, offering a significant three-year service period with potential for a two-year extension. This tender represents a notable opportunity for growth for media agencies and companies specialising in multi-channel marketing, possessing the capability to deliver comprehensive media buying services. Ideal candidates are those with expertise in the Heritage or Conservation sectors, but also those with robust portfolios in executing marketing campaigns. Businesses that can demonstrate proven success in managing media acquisitions efficiently and effectively will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. With an emphasis on electronic submissions, companies equipped for digital-centric operations will have a competitive edge. This opportunity not only promises immediate engagement but also a prospective long-term collaboration, given the contract's possibility for extension and the scope it covers. ## Notice The contract is for media buying services across multiple channels as described in the Invitation to Tender. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The contract is for media buying services. Further details are contained in the invitation to tender. Renewal: The contract may be extended by 2 years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538747 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract 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 | 8 Sep 2025 | | Submission deadline | 10 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Autumn 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 | NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH12 9LD | | 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 | Drum Brae/Gyle | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79341000 - Advertising services ## Release History - 8 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538747 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538747&idx=6 29th September 2025 - Priority Mosaic Profiles - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538747&idx=1 8th September 2025 - Media buying ITT 2025 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538747&idx=2 8th September 2025 - Appendix 1 Supplier Due Diligence - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538747&idx=3 8th September 2025 - Appendix 2 NTS Our Audiences Snapshots - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538747&idx=4 8th September 2025 - Appendix 3 Brand Tracking Research - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP538747&idx=5 8th September 2025 - Appendix 4 Destination Marketing - Key Properties - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538747 Media buying services - The contract is for media buying services across multiple channels as described in the Invitation to Tender. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964 - https://www.nts.org.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=808964 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000808964.json.