Scope
Reference
DN763342
Description
Bolton at Home are looking to procure a PR agency to provide us with a media office function. This will include handling media enquiries, liaising with us on responses, drafting press releases, and offering strategic PR advice to help manage our external reputation. The agency should have experience in media relations, familiarity with the social housing sector, and the ability to provide timely advice and well-crafted responses to media interest.
In addition to reactive media handling, we may also require proactive support in identifying opportunities for positive media coverage and advising on key messaging for our broad range of communication activities. The agency will work closely with our in-house Communications Team to ensure a consistent and professional approach to public relations.
Contract 1. PR and Communication Services
Supplier
Contract value
- £79,200 excluding VAT
- £95,040 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
18 November 2025
Contract dates
- 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
There is the option to undertake additional / special project work at an hourly rate if the retainer amount is exceeded.
CPV classifications
- 79416000 - Public relations services
Contract locations
- UKD3 - Greater Manchester
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - limited competition
Supplier
Freshfield PR Limited
25a Winckley Square
Preston
PR1 3JJ
United Kingdom
Email: andrew@freshfield.com
Region: UKD45 - Mid Lancashire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. PR and Communication Services
Contracting authority
Bolton at Home Limited
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDTR-4343-BXDQ
98 Waters Meeting Road
Bolton
BL1 8SW
United Kingdom
Contact name: Julie Gustard
Telephone: +4401204328000
Email: procurementhub@boltonathome.org.uk
Website: http://www.boltonathome.org.uk
Region: UKD36 - Greater Manchester North West
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government