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UK & International Student Recruitment Media Planning & Buying for RGU

Robert Gordon University

Estimated Value

Up to £750,000

Deadline

14 October 2026

33 days remaining

Published

10 September 2026

Type

services

AberdeenGBOpen procedureCPV: 79000000
CategoryBusiness & professional

Overview

Provision of UK & International Student Recruitment Media Planning & Buying for Robert Gordon University.

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Medium Complexity

Robert Gordon University is seeking an agency to plan and purchase media to recruit UK and international students.

Requirements

  • No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.

Key Tasks & Deliverables

  • Develop a media strategy that targets prospective UK students
  • Develop a media strategy that targets prospective international students
  • Negotiate and purchase media space across TV, radio, digital, print and outdoor channels
  • Create and manage campaign schedules and budgets
  • Produce regular performance reports and optimise spend
  • Ensure all media complies with RGU brand guidelines and data‑privacy regulations

How to Read This Tender

  • 1Read the ‘Scope of Work’ section carefully – it will spell out the exact media channels and audience segments the university wants to reach
  • 2Look for any references to budget limits, reporting frequency and key performance indicators – these drive how you price your service
  • 3Check for mandatory certifications (e.g., GDPR compliance, media buying accreditation) in the ‘Eligibility’ or ‘Requirements’ part of the document
  • 4Note any deadlines for submission and the format required for your proposal – missing a file or using the wrong template can disqualify you
  • 5Pay attention to evaluation criteria – many universities weight experience in higher‑education recruitment heavily

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  • Partner with a specialist media buying subcontractor if you lack in‑house buying power – this can boost your capability without huge overheads
  • Highlight any previous work with universities or education clients; even small case studies can demonstrate relevance
  • Emphasise social value – show how you’ll promote diversity, accessibility and regional outreach, which many UK public sector buyers score positively
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Robert Gordon University
Typepublic body
RegionUKM50
Total tenders3
Total spend£1,500,000
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Key Dates

Published

10 September 2026

Submission deadline

14 October 2026

Notice type

Contract Notice

Source

publiccontractsscotland

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