Published date: 26 November 2021

This notice was replaced on 24 February 2022

This notice does not contain the most up-to-date information about this procurement. The most recent notice is:

Awarded contract (published 24 February 2022)

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Contract summary

Industry

  • Advertising consultancy services - 79341100

  • Advertising management services - 79341200

  • Direct marketing services - 79342100

    • Promotional services - 79342200

Location of contract

Yorkshire and the Humber

Value of contract

£150,000

Procurement reference

2944/LM

Published date

26 November 2021

Closing date

11 January 2022

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

1 March 2022

Contract end date

29 February 2024

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (below threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements below the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

The University of Sheffield is seeking a Media Agency responsible for the day to day account management of our institutional Weibo and WeChat accounts, their upkeep and adherence to university branding and accessibility guidelines.

To be responsible for content development on Weibo and WeChat - designing, scheduling and sharing posts to ensure maximum effectiveness. This output should be based on our social media principles of utility, responsiveness, connection and representation, alongside with a deep understanding of our audience.

To manage the University's reputation, the Media Agency should report on the impact of our channels and monitor mentions of the university on Weibo and WeChat to highlight potential issues affecting reputation.

To proactively make suggestions on content, formats and process to ensure the ongoing development of our Weibo and WeChat channels. To also provide crucial consultation and insight into content approaches, audience need and issue management.

Tender Process and Documentation:
This is an Open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University`s e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender, they must be submitted via the In-tend System.
Your tender response must also be submitted through InTend to arrive by the date and time specified. Late tenders will not be considered.

Closing date for receipt of bids: 11th January 2022 at 12 noon (UK time).

More information

Links

  • https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
  • Tender notice
  • The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University`s e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
    If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender, they must be submitted via the In-tend System.
    Your tender response must also be submitted through InTend to arrive by the date and time specified. Late tenders will not be considered.

About the buyer

Contact name

Lee Marsden

Address

Western Bank
SHEFFIELD
S10 2TN
England

Email

l.w.marsden@sheffield.ac.uk