Provision of Communications, Marketing and Public Relations Services

Loughs Agency wishes to appoint a provider of Communications, Marketing and Public Relations

Provision of Communications, Marketing and Public Relations Services

Loughs Agency

## Summary Loughs Agency is procuring comprehensive communications, marketing, and public relations services. The contract aims to enhance the agency's visibility and stakeholder engagement through professional strategic support.

## Scope & Deliverables - Strategic communications planning and execution - Marketing campaign development and management - Public relations activities and media liaison - Content creation and digital media management - Brand consistency and reputation management

## Key Requirements - Proven experience in public sector communications or similar high-profile environments - Demonstrable track record in integrated marketing and PR campaigns - Qualified professionals with expertise in media relations and digital strategy - Ability to manage multi-channel communication strategies effectively - Strong understanding of Irish public sector compliance and protocols

## Commercials & Timeline - Estimated value: €230,000 - Submission deadline: 19 August 2025, 15:00 IST - Contract duration: Not stated - Framework/DPS: Not stated

## How to Bid - Submission method: Electronic submission via the specified tender portal (standard for Open procedures) - Languages: English - Key documents to prepare: - Technical proposal detailing approach and methodology - Financial proposal with cost breakdown - Company registration and tax compliance documents - Evidence of relevant past performance and references - CVs of key personnel

## Bid Considerations - This tender suits established communications agencies with strong public sector experience and a robust portfolio of integrated marketing campaigns. - The estimated value of €230,000 suggests a significant opportunity for agencies capable of delivering end-to-end strategic support. - Risks include tight preparation time (less than one month) and potential competition from established local firms with existing government relationships. - Bidders must ensure strict adherence to the 19 August deadline and comprehensive documentation to avoid disqualification on technical grounds.

Open procedure. Any interested supplier may submit a tender. There is no shortlisting stage — all compliant bids received by the deadline are evaluated against the published award criteria. It is the most common route for Irish public contracts and is open to SMEs and new entrants.

Loughs Agency has 8 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 3 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 3 contract(s) worth around €9,700.

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