---
title: "Request for Supplier Information (RFI) - Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000838115"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-27"
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# Request for Supplier Information (RFI) - Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000838115

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## Summary

Argyll and Bute Council is initiating a procurement process in the planning stage, seeking supplier information for their upcoming project on Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solutions. This project is classified under the 'general public services' category, with a specific focus on software procurement, as indicated by its CPV classification of 48000000. The council, located in Lochgilphead, UKM region, is set to provide details on the process on 5th November 2026, signaling the commencement of further procurement activities. Interested suppliers are encouraged to note this date for further opportunities, as the council looks to gather market insights in anticipation of a forthcoming tender.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in digital communication and software solutions, particularly those offering innovative social media platforms and analytical tools. Companies with robust capabilities in social media management and analytics can leverage their expertise to engage with the council's requirements effectively. SMEs and larger firms alike can benefit through potential partnerships and service agreements, expanding their client base in the public sector. With the council's focus on enhancing public services through technology, businesses in these fields are well-positioned to contribute significant value and secure a foothold in this regional authority's supplier network.

## Notice

Request for market information in relation to Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council is looking to identify parties interested in delivering Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution - see attached RFI documentation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560917 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 5 Nov 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| 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 | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560917

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL560917&idx=1
  27th July 2026 - RFI
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560917
  Request for Supplier Information (RFI) - Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution - Request for market information in relation to Social Media Management and Social Media Listening Solution.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838115
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=838115

## Provenance

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