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Contract Award Notice

CO0298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2

  • First published: 22 October 2024
  • Last modified: 22 October 2024

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Contents

Summary

OCID:
ocds-h6vhtk-040d6b
Published by:
Essex County Council
Authority ID:
AA20967
Publication date:
22 October 2024
Deadline date:
-
Notice type:
Contract Award Notice
Has documents:
No
Has SPD:
No
Has Carbon Reduction Plan:
N/A

Abstract

Essex County Council have established a Framework Agreement for Communications

and Marketing Services. The Framework has an initial two year term with options to

extend in any number of periods not exceeding an extension period of 2 years in total. The

maximum duration of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

Suppliers appointed to the Framework will deliver services to the communications and

marketing team as well as other officers across ECC who may have ad-hoc requirements. The

Framework is divided into nine Lots including:

Lot 1A: Design - Digital/Web Design: working to Web Content Accessibility Guidance

(WCAG) 2.2 level AA guidelines

Lot 1B: Design - Branding: Identity and Guidelines

Lot 1C: Design – Publications

Lot 1D: Design - Generic materials

Lot 1E: Design - Campaign: concept and application

Lot 2: PR Services

Lot 3: Photography

Lot 4: Videography

Lot 5: Media Services

Full notice text

Contract award notice

Results of the procurement procedure

Section I: Contracting entity

I.1) Name and addresses

Essex County Council

County Hall, Market Road

Chelmsford

CM1 1QH

UK

Contact person: Ms Sophie Dunning

E-mail: sophie.dunning@essex.gov.uk

NUTS: UKH3

Internet address(es)

Main address: https://www.essex.gov.uk/

Address of the buyer profile: https://www.essex.gov.uk/

I.4) Type of the contracting authority

Regional or local authority

I.5) Main activity

General public services

Section II: Object

II.1) Scope of the procurement

II.1.1) Title

CO0298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2

Reference number: DN698696

II.1.2) Main CPV code

79340000

 

II.1.3) Type of contract

Services

II.1.4) Short description

Essex County Council have established a Framework Agreement for Communications

and Marketing Services. The Framework has an initial two year term with options to

extend in any number of periods not exceeding an extension period of 2 years in total. The

maximum duration of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

Suppliers appointed to the Framework will deliver services to the communications and

marketing team as well as other officers across ECC who may have ad-hoc requirements. The

Framework is divided into nine Lots including:

Lot 1A: Design - Digital/Web Design: working to Web Content Accessibility Guidance

(WCAG) 2.2 level AA guidelines

Lot 1B: Design - Branding: Identity and Guidelines

Lot 1C: Design – Publications

Lot 1D: Design - Generic materials

Lot 1E: Design - Campaign: concept and application

Lot 2: PR Services

Lot 3: Photography

Lot 4: Videography

Lot 5: Media Services

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: Yes

II.1.7) Total value of the procurement

Value excluding VAT: 6 200 000.00  GBP

II.2) Description

Lot No: 1A

II.2.1) Title

Design - Digital/Web Design: working to Web Content Accessibility Guidance (WCAG) 2.2 level AA guidelines

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

79415200

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKH3

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Suppliers must be skilled and experienced in accessible design, in line with Public Sector

Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018.

Requirements in this lot will involve but are not limited to:

• the creation and design of digital assets for website and mobile app interfaces, email

templates and other digital materials, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.

• employing user-centred design principles to create interfaces that are intuitive and visually

pleasing, optimizing the user experience.

• the development of designs that are responsive and adapt to various screen sizes and

devices.

• creation of interactive elements and animations to enhance the user experience and

engagement.

• selection of fonts and colour palettes to reinforce the brand identity and improve

readability.

• use and maintenance of expertise in industry-standard design and prototyping software,

such as Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, and relevant tools.

• creation of wireframes, prototypes, and mock ups to illustrate design concepts and

interactions.

• collaboration with cross-functional teams, including developers and product managers, to

bring design concepts to life.

Suppliers must have an understanding of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design

principles and best practices.

Ensures all digital designs adhere to accessibility standards and brand guidelines. Creates

accessible pdfs and uses Acrobat accessibility checker, colour contrast checker and other

accessibility tools to ensure compliance with standards

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Quality / Weighting: 70

Price / Weighting:  30

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options:

The Framework has the option to extend in any number of periods not exceeding an

extension period of 2 years in total, beyond the initial two year term. The maximum duration

of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 1B

II.2.1) Title

Design - Branding: Identity and Guidelines

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

79415200

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKH3

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Requirements in this lot will involve but are not limited to:

• development of brand identity, brand architecture including guidelines, logo, core

message.

Involves development of brand propositions, visual elements and associated multi-channel

style guides for services, programmes and partnerships, including but not limited to creation

of identity, colour palette, typography, look and feel.

• desk or secondary research, or interrogation of research provided, to ensure solutions are

in line with the requirements of the brief.

• Ensures all digital designs adhere to accessibility standards and brand guidelines. Creates

accessible pdfs and uses Acrobat accessibility checker, colour contrast checker and other

accessibility tools to ensure compliance with standards.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Quality / Weighting: 70

Price / Weighting:  30

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options:

The Framework has the option to extend in any number of periods not exceeding an

extension period of 2 years in total, beyond the initial two year term. The maximum duration

of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 1C

II.2.1) Title

Design – Publications

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

79415200

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKH3

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Requirements in this lot will involve but are not limited to:

• layout of publications, including but not limited to strategy and policy documents and

information packs, which will be made available in print or online.

• typesetting and pagination of designed documents.

• ensuring all digital designs adhere to accessibility standards and brand guidelines. Creates

accessibe pdfs and uses Acrobat accessibility checker, colour contrast checker and other

accessibility tools to ensure compliance with standards.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Quality / Weighting: 70

Price / Weighting:  30

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options:

The Framework has the option to extend in any number of periods not exceeding an

extension period of 2 years in total, beyond the initial two year term. The maximum duration

of the Framework will not exceed 4 years

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 1D

II.2.1) Title

Design - Generic materials

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

79415200

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKH3

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Requirements in this lot will involve but are not limited to:

• supply of graphic design and art working services for all media channels and formats

including but not limited to posters, leaflets, social media assets, stands and event

materials.

• ensuring all digital designs adhere to accessibility standards and brand guidelines. Creates

accessible pdfs and uses Acrobat accessibility checker, colour contrast checker and other

accessibility tools to ensure compliance with standards.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Quality / Weighting: 70

Price / Weighting:  30

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options:

The Framework has the option to extend in any number of periods not exceeding an

extension period of 2 years in total, beyond the initial two year term. The maximum duration

of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 1E

II.2.1) Title

Design - Campaign: concept and application

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

79415200

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKH3

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Requirements in this lot will involve but are not limited to:

• The development of creative propositions, inclusive of relevant desk and secondary

research to inform development.

• Production of concepts and communications propositions across all channel options,

ideally developing and testing new communications ideas prior to production.

• Development of design concepts includes origination of design approaches which are

suitable for the media specified. This would require delivery of a number of creative

approaches for consideration by the client, in line with the brief referenced above.

• Creative development packaged for delivery or archive, ensuring accessibility standards

are adhered to.

• Development of ideas and core messages including development of a campaign style guide

to ensure consistency of application.

• Application of a chosen concept to required media assets.

• Ensures all digital designs adhere to accessibility standards and brand guidelines. Creates

accessible pdfs and uses Acrobat accessibility checker, colour contrast checker and other

accessibility tools to ensure compliance with standards.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Quality / Weighting: 70

Price / Weighting:  30

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options:

The Framework has the option to extend in any number of periods not exceeding an

extension period of 2 years in total, beyond the initial two year term. The maximum duration

of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 2

II.2.1) Title

PR Services

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

79416000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKH3

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Suppliers shall be able to provide a full PR service across a variety of projects. This may

include but is not limited to:

• Development and implementation of PR strategies, plans and tactics across a wide range of

projects and campaigns. Either as a stand alone piece or in conjunction with other agencies

(e.g. media buying) delivering requirements for large scale campaigns

• Message development and definition

• Content creation and distribution strategy (including seeding, syndication, blogging, social

networks, video sharing, forums)

• Stakeholder mapping and engagement

• Reputation and crisis communications management

• Workshop planning

• Commission and deliver research that can extend into PR opportunities: conferences,

awards, accreditations, speaking opportunities

• Media/Journalist management, particularly with specialist trade media

• PR events/stunts

• Media training of key spokespeople

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Quality / Weighting: 70

Price / Weighting:  30

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options:

The Framework has the option to extend in any number of periods not exceeding an

extension period of 2 years in total, beyond the initial two year term. The maximum duration

of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 3

II.2.1) Title

Photography

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

79960000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKH3

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Suppliers shall be required to provide photography services to ECC for promotional and

marketing purposes both internally and externally including, where appropriate,

storyboarding, venue/actor/models sourcing, shooting and editing. This will include but not

limited to:

• offering strategic advice and guidance on best approaches;

• creation of storyboards;

• sourcing of venues, locations, props and actors/subjects/models;

• delivering the shoot;

• editing of photos;

• safe storage and sharing of images and data,

• adhering to GDPR guidelines.

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Quality / Weighting: 70

Price / Weighting:  30

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options:

The Framework has the option to extend in any number of periods not exceeding an

extension period of 2 years in total, beyond the initial two year term. The maximum duration

of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 4

II.2.1) Title

Videography

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

92100000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKH3

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

The following (non-exhaustive) list provides the scope of the Videography LOT that suppliers

may be expected to supply all or some of, on behalf of ECC:

• Film production including pre- and post-production stages, storyboarding, venue/actor

sourcing,

• Webinars and webcasting

• Live video

• Animation.

Suppliers will be expected to manage all aspects of video production required including

provision of a rationale to support recommended approach, suggestions on implementation

including channels for dissemination and evaluation of effectiveness to demonstrate

achievement of objectives

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Quality / Weighting: 70

Price / Weighting:  30

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options:

The Framework has the option to extend in any number of periods not exceeding an

extension period of 2 years in total, beyond the initial two year term. The maximum duration

of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Lot No: 5

II.2.1) Title

Media Services

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

79000000

92000000

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKH3

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Suppliers will be required to plan, cost and buy media advertising, including (but not limited

to):

• Digital – display, social, paid search and audio

• Outdoor and ambient media

• Radio

• Print

• Addressable TV and VOD

• Media partnerships

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion: Quality / Weighting: 70

Price / Weighting:  30

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: Yes

Description of options:

The Framework has the option to extend in any number of periods not exceeding an

extension period of 2 years in total, beyond the initial two year term. The maximum duration

of the Framework will not exceed 4 years.

II.2.13) Information about European Union funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1) Description

IV.1.1) Type of procedure

Restricted procedure

IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system

The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement

IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes

IV.2) Administrative information

IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure

Notice number in the OJ S:

2024/S 000-009398

IV.2.9) Information about termination of call for competition in the form of a prior information notice

The contracting authority will not award any further contracts based on the above prior information notice

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 1A

Contract No: CO0298

Title: CO0298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2 - Lot 1A: Design - Digital/Web Design: working to Web Content Accessibility Guidance (WCAG) 2.2 level AA guidelines

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2 Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

20/09/2024

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 9

Number of tenders received by electronic means: 9

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Touch Graphic Design Ltd T/A Touch Design

2nd Floor, 1 Kayes Walk

Nottingham

NG1 1PY

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Four Agency Worldwide Ltd

The Hickman Building, 2 Whitechapel Road

London

E1 1FX

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Whatever Design Ltd

94 Brook Street, Erith

Kent

DA8 1JF

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Ranch Creative Ltd

Office 2, The Reach, 687-693 London Road

Westcliff-On-Sea

SS0 9PA

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Nomensa Ltd

Avalon, Oxford Road

Bournemouth

BH8 8EZ

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

By Experience Ltd

Guardian House 42 Preston New Road

Blackburn

BB2 6AH

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: : 162 400.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 1B

Contract No: CO0298

Title: CO0298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2 - Lot 1B: Design - Branding: Identity and Guidelines

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2 Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

20/09/2024

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 8

Number of tenders received by electronic means: 8

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Balfour Wong

11 Bishop Road

Chelmsford

CM1 1PX

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Four Agency Worldwide Ltd

The Hickman Building, 2 Whitechapel Road

London

E1 1FX

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Redmoor Health Ltd

Strawberry Fields Business Hub, Euxton Lane

Chorley, Lancashire

PR7 1PS

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Touch Graphic Design Ltd T/A Touch Design

2nd Floor, 1 Kayes Walk

Nottingham

NG1 1PY

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Silk Pearce Ltd

Innovation Centre, Knowledge Gateway, Boundary Road

Colchester

CO4 3ZQ

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Strive Agency Ltd

5-6 Grays Yard, Springfield Road

Chelmsford

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: : 162 400.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 1C

Contract No: CO0298

Title: COO298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2 - Lot 1C: Design- Publications

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2 Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

20/09/2024

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 9

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Balfour Wong Ltd

11 Bishop Road

Chelmsford

CM11PX

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

ETC Communications Ltd

4 & 5 The Cedars, Apex 12, Old Ipswich Road

Colchester

CO7 7QR

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Room for Design

Dunedin House, 14 Denshire Court, Baston, Lincolnshire

Baston

PE6 9QL

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Touch Graphic Design Ltd

1 Kayes Walk

Nottingham

NG11PY

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Whatever Design Ltd

Unit 71 and 73 The Link, 49 Effra Road

Brixton

SW21BZ

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: : 162 400.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 1D

Contract No: CO0298

Title: Communications and Marketing Framework 2 - Lot 1D: Design- Generic Materials

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2 Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

20/09/2024

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 9

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Balfour Wong Ltd

11 Bishop Road

ChelmsforD

CM111PX

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

North of England Commissioning Support

John Snow House, Durham University Science Park

Durham

DH1 3YG

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Rubber Duckiee

Suite 202, The Print Rooms, 164-180 Union Street

SE1 OLH

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Silk Pearce Limited

Innovation centre, Knowledge Gateway, Boundary Road

Colchester

C043ZQ

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Touch Graphic Design Ltd

1 Kayes Walk

Nottingham

NG11PY

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Whatever Design Ltd

Unit 71 and 73 The Link, 49 Effra Road

Brixton

SW21BZ

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: : 162 400.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 1E

Contract No: CO0298

Title: COO298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2 - Lot 1E: Design- Campaign Concept and Applications

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2 Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

20/09/2024

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 8

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Balfour Wong Ltd

11 Bishop Road

Chelmsford

CM11PX

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Borne Agency Ltd

Augustine Steward House, 14 Tombland

Norwich

NR31HF

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Four Agency Worldwide Limited

The Hickman Building, 2 Whitechapel Road

London

E11FX

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Redmoor Health Solutions

Strawberry Fields Digital Hub

Chorley

PR71PS

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Touch Graphic Design Ltd

1 Kayes Walk

Nottingham

NG1 1PY

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Whatever Design Ltd

Unit 71 and 73 The Link, 49 Effra Road

Brixton

SW2 1BZ

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: : 162 400.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 2

Contract No: CO0298

Title: COO298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2 - Lot 2: PR Services

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2 Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

20/09/2024

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 6

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Big Wave PR Limited

Field House, Bromley Road, Ardleigh Road

Colchester

CO77SG

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Four Agency Worldwide Limited

The Hickman Building, 2 Whitechapel Road

London

E11FX

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Genesis PR Limited

Franciscan House, Princes Street

Ipswich

IP1 1UR

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Orange PR and Marketing Limited

The Nursery, Layer Marney Tower

Layer Marney

CO59US

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Pier Marketing Limited

Unit 24 Basepoint Business Centre, 70-72 The Havens

Ipswich

IP39BF

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: : 1 287 020.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 3

Contract No: CO0298

Title: COO298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2 - Lot 3: Photography

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2 Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

20/09/2024

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 6

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Big Wave PR Ltd

Field House, Bromley Road, Ardleigh

Colchester

CO77S

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Marketing Elect Ltd

4 Capricorn Centre, Cranes Farm Road

Basildon

CM33PJ

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Ranch Creative Ltd

Woods Lodge Studios, Battlesbridge

Battlesbridge

SS117QU

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

The Mobius Agency Ltd

14 Westerings, Bickenacre

Chelmsford

CM34ND

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: : 36 540.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 4

Contract No: CO0298

Title: COO298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2 - Lot 4: Videography

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2 Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

20/09/2024

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 9

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Deadline Communications Ltd

361 Rayleigh Road

Leigh on Sea

SS95PS

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Jellyfielder Studios Ltd

33A St Albans Road

Colchester

CO33JQ

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Main Media Ltd

129 Parkanaur Avenue

Southend on Sea

SS13JD

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Mountain Way Pictures Limited

66 Gloucester Road, Bishopston

Bristol

BS78BH

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Ranch Creative Ltd

Woods Lodge Studios

Battlesbridge

SS117QU

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

The Mobius Agency Ltd

14 Westerings, Bicknacre

Chelmsford

CM34ND

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: Yes

V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: : 1 140 860.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

Section V: Award of contract

Lot No: 5

Contract No: CO0298

Title: COO298 Communications and Marketing Framework 2 - Lot 5: Media Services

A contract/lot is awarded: Yes

V.2 Award of contract

V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract

20/09/2024

V.2.2) Information about tenders

Number of tenders received: 3

The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: Yes

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Blue Tiger Marketing Ltd

112B High Street

Maldon

CM95ET

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: No

V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

Four Agency Worldwide Ltd

The Hickman Building, 2 Whitechapel Road

London

E1 1FX

UK

NUTS: UKH3

The contractor is an SME: No

V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)

Total value of the contract/lot: : 2 342 620.00  GBP

V.2.5) Information about subcontracting

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.3) Additional information

Lot 6: Full Service- has not been awarded as the minimum requirements were not satisfied by any bidders.

The total value set out under II 1.7 of this award notice is the maximum total estimated framework value. This includes the maximum two year extension period with an inflation estimate included.

VI.4) Procedures for review

VI.4.1) Review body

High Court, Royal Court of Justice

The Strand

London

WC2A 2LL

UK

Telephone: +44 20794760000

VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures

High Court, Royal Court of Justice

The Strand

London

WC2A 2LL

UK

Telephone: +44 20794760000

VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice

17/10/2024

Coding

Commodity categories

ID Title Parent category
79340000 Advertising and marketing services Market and economic research; polling and statistics
79000000 Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security Other Services
79415200 Design consultancy services Production management consultancy services
92100000 Motion picture and video services Recreational, cultural and sporting services
79960000 Photographic and ancillary services Miscellaneous business and business-related services
79416000 Public relations services Business and management consultancy services
92000000 Recreational, cultural and sporting services Other Services

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100 UK - All

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sophie.dunning@essex.gov.uk
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