Scope
Reference
SU19(26)
Description
The University wishes to appoint an external Supplier to help manage university digital platforms in China throughout the year as well as ad hoc projects as they arise. The appointment requires the Supplier to use their expertise advising on upcoming opportunities, undertaking competitors' research and being able to produce detailed report on performance and to show return of investment.
The University produces a high volume of advertising materials throughout the year, and the appointed Supplier are required to provide fast turnaround and deliver multiple projects at key times during the academic year.
Total value (estimated)
- £550,000 excluding VAT
- £660,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2029
- Possible extension to 31 May 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
Subject to satisfactory supplier performance and budget approval.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Submission
Enquiry deadline
23 January 2026, 2:00pm
Tender submission deadline
12 February 2026, 2:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
9 March 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Service Delivery | Quality | 30.00% |
| Supplier Expertise & Suitability | Quality | 25.00% |
| Client / Agency Relationship & Customer Support | Quality | 25.00% |
| Price | Price | 20.00% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
No pre market engagement carried out
Contracting authority
Swansea University
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTNV-7472-GRTW
Procurement, Finance Dept.
Swansea
SA2 8PP
United Kingdom
Region: UKL18 - Swansea
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Wales