Scope
Reference
NCC1634
Description
NCC are seeking specialist marketing and PR support with a knowledge of post 16 education, including an understanding of the cycle of recruitment that occurs in a post 16 environment for young people, adults and apprentices. We would expect that their strategy and planning support will help us to understand our current position, where we aspire to be and how that can be achieved. Being specialists in establishing an engaging tone of voice, they will be able to effectively publicise our brand and support us to extend our reach via carefully curated content, including articles, news releases, website content, and copy for advertising materials. A key output will to ensure that Northumberland Council are able to attract learners to benefit from the services provided by Northumberland Skills.
Total value (estimated)
- £73,600 excluding VAT
- £88,320 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2027
- 2 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79342000 - Marketing services
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services
Contract locations
- UKC21 - Northumberland
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
8 September 2025, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
12 September 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
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NCC1634 Marketing Support Children's Social and Education
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
80% Quality
20% Price
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
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Contracting authority
Northumberland County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJJX-1133-JRGV
County Hall
Morpeth
NE61 2EF
United Kingdom
Region: UKC21 - Northumberland
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government