Public Relations Services
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is seeking a supplier to provide a comprehensive suite of public relations services, particularly in the lead-up to and during a federal election. Scope The scope includes: Provision of public relations services to support the AEC, particularly in the lead-up to and during a federal election Contract Terms and Conditions This procurement is for an initial parcel of public relations work, with initial contract terms relating to payment for the services listed under Core services Further work may be secured via contract amendments at later dates, based on quotes already provided and aligned to the statement of requirements This further work may involve an increase in the number of hours banked for a particular Core service activity, or Additional services secured at a later date Contractor Requirements Ability to deliver contracted services against increased frequency and tighter deadlines during the intensely busy period of a federal election Ability to provide the listed services at short notice, including where a federal election or by-election is called at short notice or where unexpected issues arise requiring immediate management Instructions to Tenderers Tenderers should ensure that an appropriate level of information is provided in response to the Additional services section to ensure these services can be evaluated fully. Enquiries Contact: Pat Callanan Email: media@aec.gov.au
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