Scope
Reference
FX1259
Description
Corporate PR Service for Great Western Railway.
We're looking for an agency that can act as a true extension of our team - someone who brings strategic insight, creative energy, and calm under pressure. You'll understand the complexity of delivering high-impact communications in a politically sensitive, operationally challenging environment - and be comfortable advising on both brand opportunities and reputational risks.
This isn't just about executing media relations or social media calendars - it's about shaping the conversation. We want a thought partner who understands the importance of tone, timing and trust - and who shares our ambition to make GWR a leading voice in UK travel and tourism.
Total value (estimated)
- £120,000 excluding VAT
- £144,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 29 August 2025 to 30 April 2026
- 8 months, 3 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
22 July 2025, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
25 July 2025, 6:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please visit the below link to express an interest and be invited to download the ITT documentation for this opportunity:
http://redirect.transaxions.com/events/l3wn5
Please note that the Expression of Interest (EOI) stage will close at 12 noon on 18th July.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Strategic Insight & Relevance - 30%
Creative Thinking & Storytelling - 25%
Team Chemistry and Experience - 20%
Brand and Tone Understanding - 20%
Contractual - 5%
Budget Delivery - Pass/Fail
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Utilities
Documents
Associated tender documents
http://redirect.transaxions.com/events/l3wn5
Please visit the link above to express an interest and be invited to receive the tender documentation.
Contracting authority
FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED
- Companies House: 05113733
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXVG-2764-GZCQ
Milford House 1 Milford Street
Wiltshire
SN1 1HL
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@gwr.com
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Private utility