--- title: "Provision of Advertising Agent Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000829187" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829187" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829187.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829187.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-13" --- # Provision of Advertising Agent Services Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000829187 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829187) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829187.json) ## Summary Argyll and Bute Council has initiated a tender process for the "Provision of Advertising Agent Services", falling under the industry category of general public services. This tender, with an estimated value of £900,000, seeks a competent agency to manage and facilitate communication through advertisements as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets. The procurement process uses an open procedure, and bids are to be submitted electronically. The tender process is currently at the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 14th May 2026. The geographical focus is on the region of Argyll and Bute, identifiable by the regional code UKM63. The awarding of the contract is expected to commence after the bid opening on the same date. This tender provides an excellent opportunity for firms within the advertising and media services sector to establish or expand their presence by collaborating with a reputable local authority. Businesses capable of delivering consistent and timely communications and adept at liaising with media channels will find this contract particularly attractive. The contract, which includes options for extension, offers a potential long-term engagement, providing sustained growth and partnership with Argyll and Bute Council. Organisations specialising in public sector communication strategies are well-suited to compete for this opportunity. ## Notice Provision of Advertising Agent Services. The appointed agent will act as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets, ensuring adverts are reviewed, clarified where necessary, and published accurately and on time. This role is critical for maintaining clear, consistent and timely communication with the public. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Provision of Advertising Agent Services. The appointed agent will act as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets, ensuring adverts are reviewed, clarified where necessary, and published accurately and on time. This role is critical for maintaining clear, consistent and timely communication with the public. Renewal: Option to extend for a further two (2) years and then up to an additional two (2) years, subject to budget availability and satisfactory performance. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553692 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - 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 | 13 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 14 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Between 23 December 2030 and 23 December 2034 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £900,000 | | Lots value | £900,000 | | 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 | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL | | Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA31 8RT | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Argyll and Bute | | Electoral ward | Mid Argyll | | Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber | | Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79341000 - Advertising services ## Release History - 13 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553692 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553692 Provision of Advertising Agent Services - Provision of Advertising Agent Services. The appointed agent will act as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets, ensuring adverts are reviewed, clarified where necessary, and published accurately and on time. This role is critical for maintaining clear, consistent and timely communication with the public. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=829187 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829187 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ ## 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-r6ebe6-0000829187. 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