Southern Downs Regional Council is seeking tenders for a full-service communications agency to enhance its corporate reputation, brand presence, audience reach, and share of voice. The contract is for a fixed term engagement, with a potential extension. Invoices are to be submitted monthly. The supplier must comply with all applicable laws and council policies. The contract includes provisions for intellectual property, confidentiality, and dispute resolution. The supplier is responsible for its personnel and must ensure they are qualified and act professionally. The contract is not exclusive unless otherwise specified. The term of the contract is from the start date to 30 June 2028, with a possible 12-month extension.
The tender closes on Friday 14 August 2026 at 01:00 am E. South America Standard Time. The contract end date is 30 June 2028, with a possible 1 x 12-month extension.
Invoices may be submitted on the 1st day of each month for services provided up to, and including, the last day of the previous month. Invoices should be emailed to ***@***. *. * principal shall pay the amount due to the supplier, if any, before the end of the payment period, which is 25 business days after receipt of the invoice.
The contract states that the supplier warrants and represents that it has the experience, skills, expertise, resources, and judgment to comply with its obligations. For goods, the warranty period is the longer of 12 months after supply or any further period required by law.
Tenderers must be suitably qualified. The supplier warrants and represents that it has the experience, skills, expertise, resources, and judgment, and holds all necessary competencies, licenses, accreditations, qualifications, permits, clearances, or other authorisations required to comply with its obligations under the contract.
The contract details provisions for substantial breach, which can lead to termination. Specific penalty clauses are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, but non-compliance with obligations can result in financial deductions or other remedies.
The contract mentions access to the site for the supplier and the principal. Specific requirements for a site visit are not detailed, but the principal will give the supplier sufficient access to carry out its obligations.
The supplier query cutoff is Monday 10 August 2026 at 01:00 am E. South America Standard Time. Dispute resolution is covered under clause 32.
Engaging in improper conduct, failing to disclose a conflict of interest, attempting to improperly influence personnel, accepting improper assistance, using improperly obtained information, aggressive behaviour, or committing a criminal offence are grounds for issues. The principal may also direct the removal of personnel if they are in breach of contract clauses or if a national police certificate contains entries.