UOW962 - Advertising and Media Buying Services
Estimated value
—
Awarded value
£2.0m
Suppliers
1
Lots
1
Published
24 Feb 2026
Description
The University of Worcester is seeking to appoint an advertising agency that can provide expert campaign planning, media buying, and strategy development services. The selected agency will work closely with the University to design and implement advertising campaigns that effectively support student recruitment and raise awareness of the University of Worcester. The appointed agency should demonstrate a strong understanding of the Higher Education sector, its target audiences, and digital advertising best practices. The agency must be able to create cost-effective digital campaigns that optimise engagement and conversion rates, including web visits, button clicks, event bookings and form completions. The University seeks an agency that will: • Deliver integrated media planning and buying services. • Provide strategic insights and recommendations. • Ensure value for money through cost-effective ad placements and discounts. • Manage campaigns proactively with data-driven optimisations. • Advise on emerging advertising trends and innovations.
Scope
- Reference
- UOW962 2025/26
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 01 Jan 2026 to 31 Dec 2028Possible extension to 31 Dec 2029
1 x 12 month extension following successful performance during the initial contract period
- CPV classifications
- 79341000
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simple description | For the Conditions of Participation stage, tenderers will be shortlisted using the following criteria: Technical Ability - 70% Resource Capacity - 30% For the Tender Stage, the following criteria will be used: Quality - 65% Price and Value for Money - 35% | price | — |
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Competitive flexible procedure
Award details
Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.
Awarded value
£2.0m
Award date
19 Feb 2026
Contract start
16 Mar 2026
Contract end
15 Mar 2028