Engagement and Marketing Activities

The University Of KentcontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-06a818Procurement Act 2023active
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Estimated value

Awarded value

£1.5m

Awarded 27 May 2026

Suppliers

1

1 SME

Lots

1

1 awarded

Published

28 May 2026

Description

The University of Kent seeks approval to appoint a single strategic media agency partner to deliver an integrated programme of search and social activity, media planning, marketing optimisation, and insight services to support Clearing and in‑cycle recruitment activity. The contract will run from mid/end April through to the end of April, covering the full recruitment cycle including Clearing, ECD deadlines, and the lates period. Total contract value is £1,500,000 (ex VAT)

Scope

Reference
26-030
Commercial tool
Standalone contract

Submission & procedure

Procedure
Direct award

Award details

Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.

Awarded value

£1.5m

Award date

27 May 2026

Contract start

08 Jun 2026

Contract end

30 Apr 2027

Awarded to
HN
SME