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Retail distribution of Sight & Sound Magazine - AWARD

BFI

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01 Mar 2022 at 11:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Film Institute (BFI) has completed the award of a tender for the retail distribution of the Sight & Sound Magazine, primarily seeking distribution services for both UK and international markets. This procurement falls within the industry category of Printing and Distribution Services, and the contract is structured for a duration of two years, commencing from February 1, 2022, and concluding on January 31, 2024, with options for two one-year extensions based on performance. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with the tender period closing on December 10, 2021.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for consultants, agencies, and distribution companies possessing experience in magazine retail distribution. With the recent relaunch of the Sight & Sound Magazine, the BFI is keen on partnering with a distribution entity that can enhance its retail sales efficiency and expand the magazine's market presence. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate in this tender, benefiting from the BFI's commitment to fostering collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Retail distribution of Sight & Sound Magazine - AWARD

Notice Description

Sight & Sound requires retail distribution services to both the UK and international markets. The bulk of the magazine's retail supply is currently distributed by Seymour Distribution Ltd under contract via a third party consultant (i-can Publisher Services). In this tender process we welcome applications from consultants, agencies or directly from the distributor themselves. Having recently redesigned and relaunched the magazine to a hugely positive response from industry and readers, we are seeking a distribution partner that is the best fit for the efficient management of the magazine's retail sales as well as providing the best opportunities for growing the magazine's business. Contract duration: 2 years with the option to extend for two periods of one year, subject to performance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48503c25-2fd8-45e9-9de6-1abfb32566b8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79800000 - Printing and related services

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2024 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BFI
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1T 1LN
Post Town
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

I-CAN PUBLISHER SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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