Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c0a-6f01-700f-8f1c-c758fd40a6d8/communication-services awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Communication Services [Crown Commercial Service](https://tendernation.io/buyers/crown-commercial-service) Open field Estimated value £11,400,000 to £42,000,000 Published 5 Sept 2016 Deadline Closed 30 Sept 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Crown Commercial Service as the Contracting Authority has put in place a Framework Agreement for use by UK public sector bodies identified at VI.3 of the Contract Notice (and any future successors to these organisations). The Communication Services Framework consists of appointed agencies capable of providing discrete communication services and products. These could be stand alone projects, regional campaigns or work subcontracted to provide services to support wider campaign delivery. This framework is sub-divided into 11 Lots. The Framework duration is initially for two (2) years with the option to extend by a further one (1) year plus one (1) further year period(s). Any extension period will be at the sole discretion of the Contracting Authority. Additional information: This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Service's Emptoris System. To participate in this procurement, participants must first be registered on the Emptoris System. If you have not yet registered on the Emptoris System, this can be done online at [gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk](https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk) by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at [gov.uk](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers) Once you have registered on the Emptoris System, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the registered supplier; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service will process the email and then enable the supplier to access the procurement online via the Emptoris System. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. 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