Creative & Digital Design Framework

CCWcontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-06536aProcurement Act 2023SME suitableVCSE suitableclosed for bids
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Estimated value

£160k

services

Awarded value

Suppliers

0

Lots

2

0 awarded

Published

13 Feb 2026

Deadline 10 Mar 2026

Description

This tender is for the establishment, management and operation of a multi-supplier Creative & Design Framework, structured into two distinct service lots. The Framework lots will provide CCW with a compliant, efficient, and flexible mechanism for commissioning creative, marketing, and design services on a call-off basis throughout the lifecycle of the agreement. The objectives of the framework are to: Secure access to high-quality creative, marketing, and design services. Achieve value for money through transparent and competitive arrangements. Improve consistency, quality, and effectiveness of CCW's communications. Reduce procurement timescales and administrative burden. Enable access to specialist expertise across a range of disciplines. Appointment to the framework does not guarantee any volume or value of work. Lot 1: Creative Marketing and Campaign Services This lot covers strategic and creative marketing support, including but not limited to: • Creative concept development and campaign ideation • Integrated marketing and communications planning • Consumer and stakeholder campaigns (online and offline) • Content strategy and copywriting • Digital and social media campaign support • Evaluation and performance insight related to campaigns Lot 2: Design and Layout This lot covers design-focused services, including but not limited to: • Graphic design for print and digital materials • Layout and artwork of reports, publications, and consumer materials • Brand application and adherence to CCW brand guidelines • Design for accessibility and inclusive communications • Infographics, visual assets, and templates

Scope

Reference
25-013
Total value
£160,000 excluding VAT
£1,920,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
13 May 2026 to 13 May 2027
Possible extension to 13 May 2030

The framework will run for an initial year to test suitability, but then has the option to extend yearly up to a maximum of three twelve month periods.

Main category
services
CPV classifications
79340000
79800000
79933000
79960000
79970000
Contract locations
North East England, United Kingdom
North West England, United Kingdom
Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom
East Midlands, United Kingdom
West Midlands, United Kingdom
East of England, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
South East England, United Kingdom
South West England, United Kingdom
Wales, United Kingdom
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
Understanding of Requirements Please describe your understanding of CCW's role, audiences, and communications objectives, and how you would support CCW through creative marketing and campaign services.quality30.00%
Relevant Experience and Case StudiesPlease provide three relevant examples of creative marketing or campaign work delivered within the last [three/five] years that demonstrate your capability to deliver the services required under this lot.quality70.00%

Participation

Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.

Bidders must demonstrate: Relevant experience delivering services aligned to the lot(s) bid for. Experience working with public sector, regulated, or consumer-facing organisations. Understanding of accessibility, inclusivity, and public sector communication standards. Capacity to deliver high-quality outputs to agreed timescales. Robust project management, quality assurance, and account management arrangements. Transparent pricing and compliance with CCW policies, including data protection, information security, equality, and sustainability.

Submission & procedure

Enquiry deadline
02 Mar 2026, 12:00 pm
Submission deadline
10 Mar 2026, 12:00 pm
Submission address
https://public.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/esop/guest/login.do
Electronic submission
Yes
Procedure
Competitive flexible procedure

Lots · 2 total

Divisions of the contract. Each lot can be awarded separately.

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LotTitleEst. valueStatus
1Creative Marketing and Campaign Services£80kactive
2Design and Layout£80kactive