Marketing & Communications - Dynamic Market Intention
Southern Water Services Limited · Private utility
In brief
Southern Water Services Limited is looking for suppliers for marketing and IT and software work (South East).
The notice does not state a value.
It is split into 7 lots, so a supplier can bid for part of the work.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
Can I win this?
Competition
Usually high: a median of 9 bids per contract for marketing contracts in this region (from 82 awards in the last 12 months).
Dynamic purchasing system
Suppliers join a list the buyer can call on. You can usually apply at any time while it is open, and work is awarded later through smaller competitions between members.
Conditions
- None
What the notice says
Should I bid?
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How to bid
- Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
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- Follow the submission instructions in the notice; it does not name an e-tendering portal.
Lots
| Lot | Trade | Value |
|---|---|---|
Full service marketing and creativeWhat this lot coversEnd-to-end marketing and creative delivery, covering strategy, campaign development, content, media buying, and production. Includes full-service agency capability across digital, print, OOH, partnerships, and TV/film production, either in-house or via supply chain. | Marketing and communications, Printing | — |
Digital StrategyWhat this lot coversStrategic digital consultancy supporting management of digital channels, including digital strategy, web design, and development planning. Focused on shaping and guiding digital direction. | Marketing and communications | — |
Digital ServicesWhat this lot coversDelivery of technical digital services including SEO/AEO, UX/UI design, web/app development, analytics, and accessibility. Focused on execution and optimisation of digital platforms. | IT services and software, Marketing and communications | — |
Employer BrandingWhat this lot coversDevelopment and delivery of employer brand strategy, including employee insight, EVP creation, internal campaign execution, and recruitment marketing content. | Recruitment and staffing, Marketing and communications | — |
Regulatory reporting consultancy and creative servicesWhat this lot coversConsultancy and creative services for corporate reporting, including best-practice reviews, document design, structure recommendations, and digital collateral/microsite development. | IT services and software, Marketing and communications | — |
Public Affairs and Stakeholder EngagementWhat this lot coversStrategic public affairs advisory and delivery, including political and press monitoring, stakeholder engagement, briefings, and events to support engagement with political organisations including government, regulators, local authorities, campaigners and NGOs and industry bodies. | Management consultancy, Marketing and communications | — |
Strategic CommunicationsWhat this lot coversBroad strategic communications support including corporate comms strategy, reputation management, stakeholder engagement, crisis comms, internal comms, and PR/media relations. | Management consultancy, Legal services, Marketing and communications | — |
Timeline
- Dynamic market intention notice · UK13, notice 084870-2026
About the buyer
Procurements
54Awards
17Suppliers it has used most for marketing
- Stantec UK Limited2 contracts
- 1ST Executive Limited1 contract
- 4C Associates Ltd1 contract
- AECOM Limited1 contract
- Accent Marketing and Research Limited1 contract
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From notice 084870-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 8 September 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.