Digital media services for the National Archives’ social media platforms

The National Archives requires external support to coordinate and manage the scheduling and uploading of digital content across its social media platforms (X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) While content creation will be led internally, this role will ensure consistent and timely publication, maintain a digital content calendar, and support the …

CPV: 72000000 Serviços de TI: consultoria, desenvolvimento de software, Internet e apoio, 72500000 Serviços relacionados com a informática, 72700000 Serviços de rede informática, 72600000 Serviços de consultoria e assistência informáticas, 48000000 Pacotes de software e sistemas de informação, 48200000 Pacote de software para ligações em rede, Internet e intranet, 48300000 Pacote de software para criação de documentos, desenho, imagens, gestão de tarefas e produtividade, 48400000 Pacote de software para transacções comerciais e pessoais, 48500000 Pacote de software para comunicações e multimédia, 48600000 Pacote de software para bases de dados e de software operativo, 48800000 Sistemas de informação e servidores, 48900000 Pacote de software e sistemas informáticos diversos, 79412000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de gestão financeira, 79413000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de gestão de marketing, 79415000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de gestão da produção, 79415200 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de concepção, 79416200 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de relações públicas, 72246000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de sistemas, 72221000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de análise de gestão, 66170000 Serviços de consultoria financeira, de processamento de transacções financeiras e das câmaras de compensação, 72227000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de integração de software, 71311300 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de infra-estruturas, 72224000 Serviços de consultoria em gestão de projectos, 71316000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de telecomunicações, 72130000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de planeamento de locais informáticos, 72220000 Serviços de consultoria técnica e em matéria de sistemas, 72200000 Serviços de consultoria e de programação de software, 79341100 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de publicidade, 79411000 Serviços gerais de consultoria em matéria de gestão geral, 79411100 Serviços de consultoria no desenvolvimento de empresas, 73000000 Serviços de investigação e desenvolvimento e serviços de consultoria conexos, 73220000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de desenvolvimento, 73200000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de investigação e desenvolvimento, 72266000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de software, 79410000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria comercial e de gestão, 79400000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria comercial e de gestão e serviços conexos, 73210000 Serviços de consultoria em matéria de investigação, 79990000 Serviços diversos relacionados com negócios, 79996000 Serviços de organização de negócios, 79900000 Serviços empresariais diversos e afins, 48482000 Pacote de software para apoio a decisões empresariais (business intelligence), 72212482 Serviços de desenvolvimento de software para apoio a decisões empresariais (business intelligence), 79000000 Serviços a empresas: direito, comercialização, consultoria, recrutamento, impressão e segurança, 75112000 Serviços administrativos relacionados com actividades comerciais, 32417000 Redes multimédia, 32322000 Equipamento multimédia, 72212520 Serviços de desenvolvimento de software para multimédia, 48520000 Pacote de software para multimédia, 72212500 Serviços de desenvolvimento de software para comunicações e multimédia, 75000000 Serviços relacionados com a administração pública, a defesa e a segurança social, 31000000 Maquinaria, aparelhagem, equipamento e consumíveis eléctricos; iluminação, 32000000 Equipamento de rádio, televisão, comunicação, telecomunicações e afins, 32300000 Aparelhos receptores de rádio e televisão e aparelhos para gravação ou reprodução de som e imagem, 32400000 Redes, 32500000 Equipamento e material para telecomunicações, 32200000 Aparelhos emissores para radiotelefonia, radiotelegrafia, radiodifusão e televisão, 72222000 Serviços de planeamento e de análise estratégica em matéria de sistemas ou de tecnologias da informação, 50312610 Manutenção de equipamento para as tecnologias da informação, 72222200 Serviços de planeamento em matéria de sistemas ou de tecnologias da informação, 72222300 Serviços relacionados com as tecnologias da informação, 72222100 Serviços de análise estratégica em matéria de sistemas ou de tecnologias da informação
Prazo:
1 de Dezembro de 2025 às 12:00
Tipo de prazo:
Submissão da oferta
Local de execução:
Digital media services for the National Archives’ social media platforms
Local de premiação:
Department of Culture Communications Sport
Número do prémio:
0

1. Buyer

1.1 Buyer

Official name : Department of Culture Communications Sport
Legal type of the buyer : Central government authority
Activity of the contracting authority : Recreation, culture and religion

2. Procedure

2.1 Procedure

Title : Digital media services for the National Archives’ social media platforms
Description : The National Archives requires external support to coordinate and manage the scheduling and uploading of digital content across its social media platforms (X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) While content creation will be led internally, this role will ensure consistent and timely publication, maintain a digital content calendar, and support the Public Services team in delivering an online presence which will to engage the public, share archival resources, and highlight institutional initiatives. The need for external support is amplified by the significant demands arising from the launch of the 1926 Census in April 2026, which will be accompanied by a major public engagement programme. This programme will generate a high volume of digital content and require coordinated scheduling across multiple platforms and audiences. Following the April release of the 1926 Census there is a multi-year programme of commemorations and activities throughout the remainder of 2026, 2027 and 2028. The Archives currently offer a wide range of public services, including access to historical records both online and in person, genealogical research support, educational resources for schools, public exhibitions and curated displays, as well as outreach programmes. To support these services, consistent digital communication is essential in order to promote availability and access, share updates and news and engage with diverse audiences. The external service provider will: • Maintain a structured content calendar to support forward planning and strategic messaging. • Upload and publish content across platforms, ensuring consistency in tone and branding. • Monitor engagement and flag opportunities for amplification or response. • Provide basic performance reporting to inform future communications planning.
Procedure identifier : 43d6da9d-dc74-4bf4-80f4-37a9196d4b59
Type of procedure : Open
The procedure is accelerated : no

2.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 72000000 IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72500000 Computer-related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72700000 Computer network services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72600000 Computer support and consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48000000 Software package and information systems
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48200000 Networking, Internet and intranet software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48300000 Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48400000 Business transaction and personal business software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48500000 Communication and multimedia software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48600000 Database and operating software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48800000 Information systems and servers
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48900000 Miscellaneous software package and computer systems
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79412000 Financial management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79413000 Marketing management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79415000 Production management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79415200 Design consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79416200 Public relations consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72246000 Systems consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72221000 Business analysis consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 66170000 Financial consultancy, financial transaction processing and clearing-house services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72227000 Software integration consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 71311300 Infrastructure works consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72224000 Project management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 71316000 Telecommunication consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72130000 Computer-site planning consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72220000 Systems and technical consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72200000 Software programming and consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79341100 Advertising consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79411000 General management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79411100 Business development consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 73000000 Research and development services and related consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 73220000 Development consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 73200000 Research and development consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72266000 Software consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79410000 Business and management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79400000 Business and management consultancy and related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 73210000 Research consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79990000 Miscellaneous business-related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79996000 Business organisation services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79900000 Miscellaneous business and business-related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48482000 Business intelligence software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72212482 Business intelligence software development services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79000000 Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
Additional classification ( cpv ): 75112000 Administrative services for business operations
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32417000 Multimedia networks
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32322000 Multimedia equipment
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72212520 Multimedia software development services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48520000 Multimedia software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72212500 Communication and multimedia software development services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 75000000 Administration, defence and social security services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 31000000 Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32000000 Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32300000 Television and radio receivers, and sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32400000 Networks
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32500000 Telecommunications equipment and supplies
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32200000 Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72222000 Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 50312610 Maintenance of information technology equipment
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72222200 Information systems or technology planning services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72222300 Information technology services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72222100 Information systems or technology strategic review services

2.1.2 Place of performance

Town : Dublin
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Dublin ( IE061 )
Country : Ireland

2.1.3 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 150 000 Euro

2.1.4 General information

Legal basis :
Directive 2014/24/EU

2.1.6 Grounds for exclusion

Sources of grounds for exclusion : European Single Procurement Document (ESPD)

5. Lot

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0001

Title : Digital media services for the National Archives’ social media platforms
Description : The National Archives requires external support to coordinate and manage the scheduling and uploading of digital content across its social media platforms (X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) While content creation will be led internally, this role will ensure consistent and timely publication, maintain a digital content calendar, and support the Public Services team in delivering an online presence which will to engage the public, share archival resources, and highlight institutional initiatives. The need for external support is amplified by the significant demands arising from the launch of the 1926 Census in April 2026, which will be accompanied by a major public engagement programme. This programme will generate a high volume of digital content and require coordinated scheduling across multiple platforms and audiences. Following the April release of the 1926 Census there is a multi-year programme of commemorations and activities throughout the remainder of 2026, 2027 and 2028. The Archives currently offer a wide range of public services, including access to historical records both online and in person, genealogical research support, educational resources for schools, public exhibitions and curated displays, as well as outreach programmes. To support these services, consistent digital communication is essential in order to promote availability and access, share updates and news and engage with diverse audiences. The external service provider will: • Maintain a structured content calendar to support forward planning and strategic messaging. • Upload and publish content across platforms, ensuring consistency in tone and branding. • Monitor engagement and flag opportunities for amplification or response. • Provide basic performance reporting to inform future communications planning.
Internal identifier : 0

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 72000000 IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72500000 Computer-related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72700000 Computer network services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72600000 Computer support and consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48000000 Software package and information systems
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48200000 Networking, Internet and intranet software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48300000 Document creation, drawing, imaging, scheduling and productivity software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48400000 Business transaction and personal business software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48500000 Communication and multimedia software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48600000 Database and operating software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48800000 Information systems and servers
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48900000 Miscellaneous software package and computer systems
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79412000 Financial management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79413000 Marketing management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79415000 Production management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79415200 Design consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79416200 Public relations consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72246000 Systems consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72221000 Business analysis consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 66170000 Financial consultancy, financial transaction processing and clearing-house services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72227000 Software integration consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 71311300 Infrastructure works consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72224000 Project management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 71316000 Telecommunication consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72130000 Computer-site planning consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72220000 Systems and technical consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72200000 Software programming and consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79341100 Advertising consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79411000 General management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79411100 Business development consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 73000000 Research and development services and related consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 73220000 Development consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 73200000 Research and development consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72266000 Software consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79410000 Business and management consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79400000 Business and management consultancy and related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 73210000 Research consultancy services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79990000 Miscellaneous business-related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79996000 Business organisation services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79900000 Miscellaneous business and business-related services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48482000 Business intelligence software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72212482 Business intelligence software development services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 79000000 Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
Additional classification ( cpv ): 75112000 Administrative services for business operations
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32417000 Multimedia networks
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32322000 Multimedia equipment
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72212520 Multimedia software development services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 48520000 Multimedia software package
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72212500 Communication and multimedia software development services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 75000000 Administration, defence and social security services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 31000000 Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32000000 Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32300000 Television and radio receivers, and sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32400000 Networks
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32500000 Telecommunications equipment and supplies
Additional classification ( cpv ): 32200000 Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72222000 Information systems or technology strategic review and planning services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 50312610 Maintenance of information technology equipment
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72222200 Information systems or technology planning services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72222300 Information technology services
Additional classification ( cpv ): 72222100 Information systems or technology strategic review services

5.1.2 Place of performance

Town : Dublin
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Dublin ( IE061 )
Country : Ireland
Additional information :

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Duration : 36 Month

5.1.5 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 150 000 Euro

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : yes

5.1.7 Strategic procurement

Aim of strategic procurement : No strategic procurement

5.1.9 Selection criteria

Sources of selection criteria : Procurement Document

5.1.11 Procurement documents

Languages in which the procurement documents are officially available : English
Languages in which the procurement documents (or their parts) are unofficially available : English
Deadline for requesting additional information : 12/11/2025 17:00 +01:00

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : English
Electronic catalogue : Not allowed
Tenderers may submit more than one tender : Allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 01/12/2025 12:00 +01:00
Deadline until which the tender must remain valid : 90 Day
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 01/12/2025 12:30 +01:00
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : No
Electronic invoicing : Not allowed
Electronic ordering will be used : no
Electronic payment will be used : no

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
No framework agreement
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Review organisation : The High Court of Ireland
Organisation providing offline access to the procurement documents : Department of Culture Communications Sport
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures : The High Court of Ireland
Organisation receiving requests to participate : Department of Culture Communications Sport
Organisation processing tenders : Department of Culture Communications Sport

8. Organisations

8.1 ORG-0001

Official name : Department of Culture Communications Sport
Registration number : 4000113V
Department : National Archives
Postal address : Leeson Lane
Town : Dublin
Postcode : D02R5Y3
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Dublin ( IE061 )
Country : Ireland
Telephone : 016437682
Roles of this organisation :
Buyer
Organisation providing offline access to the procurement documents
Organisation receiving requests to participate
Organisation processing tenders

8.1 ORG-0002

Official name : The High Court of Ireland
Registration number : The High Court of Ireland
Department : The High Court of Ireland
Postal address : Four Courts, Inns Quay, Dublin 7
Town : Dublin
Postcode : D07 WDX8
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Dublin ( IE061 )
Country : Ireland
Telephone : +353 1 8886000
Roles of this organisation :
Review organisation
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures

8.1 ORG-0003

Official name : European Dynamics S.A.
Registration number : 002024901000
Department : European Dynamics S.A.
Town : Athens
Postcode : 15125
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Βόρειος Τομέας Αθηνών ( EL301 )
Country : Greece
Telephone : +30 2108094500
Roles of this organisation :
TED eSender

Notice information

Notice identifier/version : 29e60627-33ed-4b9b-94ff-57372dddd379 - 01
Form type : Competition
Notice type : Contract or concession notice – standard regime
Notice dispatch date : 16/10/2025 17:24 +01:00
Languages in which this notice is officially available : English
Notice publication number : 00688045-2025
OJ S issue number : 201/2025
Publication date : 20/10/2025