Tender

Contract for Providing Media Partnership Services for India-UK Future TECH Festival 2018

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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Tender

12 Oct 2018 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is seeking tenders for the "Contract for Providing Media Partnership Services for India-UK Future TECH Festival 2018". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically related to media and communication, within the printing industry. The tender is currently in the active stage and is open until 29th October 2018. The contract period is set to commence on 12th November 2018 and conclude on 4th May 2019. Bids must be submitted through the designated eSourcing portal, and organisations are required to register prior to participation to ensure they receive the necessary tender information.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for media firms, especially those with expertise in broadcasting and digital communication, to partner with a significant governmental body for a high-profile event. Companies that provide media services, including print, television, radio, and digital platforms, are particularly well-placed to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, leveraging their agility and innovation to stand out in a competitive landscape.

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Notice Title

Contract for Providing Media Partnership Services for India-UK Future TECH Festival 2018

Notice Description

This contract is to engage an English business news channel that is part of a media house. The Media partner should support BHC in content promotion across various platforms like print, TV, digital and radio for India UK FutureTech Festival. Additional information: In order to be considered for this project it and receive pre-qualification and/or tender information it is necessary that you register your company (including any relevant information requested) on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office Procurement Portal, e-Bravo. Failure to do this will mean your company may not receive a Tender; no tenders will be issued via open e-mail. Project 1932, ITT 2623 : Contract for Providing Media Partnership Services for India-UK Future TECH Festival 2018 How to apply in this Project: 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register. - Accept the terms and conditions and click "continue" - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click "Save" when complete - you will shortly receive an e-mail with your unique password (please keep this secure). 2. Login to the portal with the username/password - Click on the relevant Invitation to Tender (ITT) to access the content - You can now access any attachments by clicking the "Settings and Buyer Attachments" in the "Actions" box; Responding to the ITT - You can choose to "Reply" or "Reject" (please give a reason if rejecting) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek clarification - Note the deadline for completion, - There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available), You must then publish your reply using the publish button in the "Actions" box on the left-hand side of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the the online help or contact the eTendering help desk. Potential Providers should answer all questions as accurately and concisely as possible in the same order as the questions are presented. Where a question is not relevant to the Potential Provider's organisation, this should be indicated, with an explanation. Where attachments are requested to be submitted within the electronic PQQ/ITT, these shall be submitted in a PDF format (Adobe or similar). PQQ/ITT or Bids not submitted via the FCO's eProcurement portal will not be considered.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1ff42267-0011-4f76-9846-70d54dd93459
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06953445-44a3-43f7-96f9-b90b04b4a3de
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

22500000 - Printing plates or cylinders or other media for use in printing

32200000 - Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television

32417000 - Multimedia networks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Nov 2018 - 4 May 2019 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEW DELHI
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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