FSCS498 Public Relations, Public Affair and Stakeholder Relations

Financial Services Compensation Scheme

Published: Oct 3, 2025

Updated: May 21, 2026

Source: uk_contracts_finder

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to Hanover Communications International Ltd — £1,645,834

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About This Opportunity

FSCS498 Public — services contract awarded in United Kingdom by Financial Services Compensation Scheme. Awarded to Hanover Communications (GBP 1.6M, Mar 2025).

This is a services contract in the media and communication sector, with a focus on Digital Media and Public Relations. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 1.6 million.

Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the media and communication sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

FSCS seeks to procure the services of a Public Relations, Public Affairs and Stakeholder Relation Agency to provide public relations, social media, public affairs and stakeholder management support.
The successful supplier will deliver a fully integrated comprehensive communications strategy and programme to build and maintain the reputation of FSCS among its audience including;
•providing strategic advice and support on development of consumer themes, plans and tactics, on corporate issues and in relation to stakeholder engagement.
•provide strategic advice, support and delivery on Public Relations, Public Affairs and stakeholder activities
The Contract will be for an initial 3 years with the option to extend on 2 occasions for periods of up to 12 months on each occasion (maximum length of contract to be 5 years). CPV: Public relations services (79416000). Procedure: Restricted procedure. Suitable for SMEs. Suitable for VCSEs

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on October 3, 2025. Last refreshed today. Reference: BIP941775773. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Financial Services Compensation Scheme

Financial Services Compensation Scheme has issued 7 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 5 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, General Supplies & Services, and Consulting. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK Contracts Finder and UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: May 18, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference BIP941775773 when communicating with the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to Hanover Communications International Ltd. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Financial Services Compensation Scheme in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Media & Communications sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

How much was the contract awarded for?

Hanover Communications International Ltd was awarded the contract for £1,645,834. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.