Provision of Advertising Agent Services
A Tender Notice
by ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
- Source
- Find a Tender
- Type
- Contract (Services)
- Duration
- 5 year
- Value
- 900K
- Sector
- PROFESSIONAL
- Published
- 13 Apr 2026
- Delivery
- To 14 May 2031 (est.)
- Deadline
- 14 May 2026 12:00
Related Terms
Location
Argyll and Bute
2 buyers
- Argyll & Bute Council Lochgilphead
Description
Provision of Advertising Agent Services. The appointed agent will act as a trusted intermediary between the Council and media outlets, ensuring adverts are reviewed, clarified where necessary, and published accurately and on time. This role is critical for maintaining clear, consistent and timely communication with the public.
Renewal Options
Option to extend for a further two (2) years and then up to an additional two (2) years, subject to budget availability and satisfactory performance.
Award Criteria
| Service Delivery Methodology | 15.0 |
| Timeliness and Risk Management | 10.0 |
| Quality Control and Accuracy Assurance | 10.0 |
| Communication and Responsiveness | 10.0 |
| Reporting and Contract Management Information | 7.5 |
| Continuous Improvement and Added Value | 5.0 |
| Community Benefits | 2.5 |
| Fair Work Practices | _ |
| Prompt Payment Performance | _ |
| PRICE | 40.0 |
CPV Codes
- 79341000 - Advertising services
Indicators
- Bids should cover the whole contract.
- This is a recurring contract.
- Renewals are available.
- Performance considerations apply.
- Professional qualifications are sought.
- Award on basis of price.
Other Information
As described in the Invitation to Tender NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=829187. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx. Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: As described within the Invitation to Tender (SC Ref:829187)
Reference
- FTS 033128-2026