Scope
Description
British Council needs service to enable the team to access to global online news content from the countries in Middle East and Africa. The content should include news websites, blogs, forums, and other digital media outlets relevant to the region of Middle East and Africa and the organisation's industry (Education, Culture, Arts, Society, Higher Education, English and Exams). The team also needs real-time tracking of media mentions, trends, and analytics for the regions
Total value (estimated)
- £214,000 excluding VAT
- £250,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 1 April 2028
- Possible extension to 2 April 2028
- 2 years, 2 days
Description of possible extension:
one year
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services
Contract locations
- AE - United Arab Emirates
- ZA - South Africa
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
5 January 2026, 4:01am
Tender submission deadline
26 January 2026, 4:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical | Capability & Functionality and Service |
Quality | 60% |
| Commercials | Pricing Approach |
Cost | 40% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
Request for Proposal (RFP) Media Monitoring Services for MEA.pdf
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Contracting authority
British Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHTN-1551-GCQH
1 Redman Place
London
E20 1JQ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Mai ElGhareeb
Email: Mai.ElGhareeb@britishcouncil.org.eg
Website: http://www.britishcouncil.org
Region: UKI41 - Hackney and Newham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government