Advertising and marketing services

Tender description

The University of Wolverhampton seeks to establish a framework of suppliers for the provision of its external relations management services. It is envisaged that this Framework Agreement will be let for a period of three (3) years (with an option to extend for up to a further 1 year (subject to satisfactory performance and agreement by both parties). The framework/contract are expected t The requirement is split into three (3) lots. Bidders can apply for more than 1 lot: Lot 1: Media Buying and Creative will be awarded to a single supplier; Lot 2: Video Production Services will form a framework of a maximum of four (4) suppliers. Each call-off contract will be awarded via mini-competition; Lot 3: Promotional Products will be awarded to a single supplier. However where the first-placed supplier does not have the capacity to fulfil the works required in the timescales requested, the University will appoint the second ranked supplier to fulfil such particular work orders. The University of Wolverhampton is seeking a suitable supplier to provide promotional products. However where the first-placed supplier does not have the capacity to fulfil the works required in the timescales requested, the University will appoint the second ranked supplier to fulfil such particular work orders. The supplier must offer high quality in terms of goods and/or services that are ‘fit for purpose’ and offer excellent value for money over the contract term. The qualification section will be assessed on a pass/fail basis in accordance with the standard qualification questions implemented by the Crown Commercial Services (CCS)/Cabinet Office. The requirements here include: — the tenderer must have a Credit Safe Score of ≥30, — the successful contractor must have a minimum of 5 000 000 GBP public liability insurance, — the successful contractor must have a minimum of 5 000 000 GBP employers indemnity insurance, — the tenderer must have a minimum annual turnover of 188 000 GBP. This agreement will be available for use by other Public Bodies in Wolverhampton and Partner Authorities in the West Midlands Combined Authority, including but not limited to, City of Wolverhampton Council and Royal Wolverhampton Hospital Trust. The University of Wolverhampton wants to form a framework of a maximum of 4 suitable service providers for the provision of its video production services. Video production is required across a wide range of University projects and initiatives incorporating academic faculties, departments and partner. Video production will be commissioned on a project and ad-hoc basis and will cover all activities at the University of Wolverhampton. The qualification section will be assessed on a pass/fail basis in accordance with the standard qualification questions implemented by the Crown Commercial Services (CCS)/Cabinet Office. The requirements here include: — the tenderer must have a Credit Safe Score of ≥30, — the successful contractor must have a minimum of 2 000 000 GBP public liability insurance, — the successful contractor must have a minimum of 5 000 000 GBP employers indemnity insurance, — the tenderer must have a minimum annual turnover of 170 000 GBP. This agreement will be available for use by other Public Bodies in Wolverhampton and Partner Authorities in the West Midlands Combined Authority, including but not limited to, City of Wolverhampton Council and Royal Wolverhampton Hospital Trust. The University of Wolverhampton wants to appoint a brand communications agency to work on the development of a strong brand identity for the University that clearly differentiates and positions it (through its marketing communications) as a major regional/national and International HEI. We are looking for a creative concept that reflects the core values of the University of Wolverhampton, but must also relate to its target audiences and our service offer. The qualification section will be assessed on a pass/fail basis in accordance with the standard qualification questions implemented by the Crown Commercial Services (CCS)/Cabinet Office. The requirements here include: — the tenderer must have a Credit Safe Score of ≥30, — the successful contractor must have a minimum of 5 000 000 GBP public liability insurance, — the successful contractor must have a minimum of 5 000 000 GBP employers indemnity insurance, — the tenderer must have a minimum annual turnover of 1 500 000 GBP. This Agreement will be available for use by other Public Bodies in Wolverhampton and Partner Authorities in the West Midlands Combined Authority, including but not limited to, City of Wolverhampton Council and Royal Wolverhampton Hospital Trust.