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World Service Global Business to Business Hybrid IP/Satellite Distribution Services

THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)

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Award

30 Sep 2024 at 10:34

Award Notice
Tender

11 Jan 2024 at 12:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has awarded a contract for World Service Global Business to Business (B2B) Hybrid IP/Satellite Distribution Services. This procurement falls under the industry category of satellite circuit rental services (CPV: 64214100) and covers diverse locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and globally. The procurement method used was selective, with a competitive procedure involving negotiation. The contract, awarded to Encompass Digital Media Limited, began on 2 September 2024 and will run until 1 September 2031, with a potential renewal extending up to seven years. The tender process ended on 19 April 2024, and the total contract value is £15.1 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in IP and satellite distribution services. Companies with robust capabilities in hybrid distribution models can capitalise on the BBC's significant requirement for global service coverage with high availability. Businesses experienced in managing transitions from satellite to integrated IP services will find this contract particularly aligned with their expertise. The procurement also favours small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), providing an inclusive approach for diverse business participation and growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

World Service Global Business to Business Hybrid IP/Satellite Distribution Services

Notice Description

The BBC has procured Global Business to Business (B2B) Hybrid IP/Satellite distribution services, to replace its existing satellite only services, to deliver World Service programme content to its overseas relays and partner broadcasters. The service will deliver comprehensive global coverage at a very high end-to-end availability. The Service Provider is requested to provide an integrated offer of IP and satellite services to enable the migration to IP delivery over the lifetime of the contract. The overall objectives of the Global B2B Hybrid IP/Satellite distribution service should be considered in the design. Issues such as the choice of IP distribution method, satellites with their coverage and terrestrial connectivity will play a critical role in the deployment of an efficient and robust hybrid system. It is expected that Service Providers will leverage their experience and resources in the hybrid IP/satellite distribution business to provide a comprehensive proposal. The requirements include IP and Satellite distribution for World Service Global B2B services to locations in the Americas, Atlantic, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Pacific. To enable the transition to a hybrid model, the BBC will initially require satellite services for all regions, preferably remaining on existing satellites, to maintain continuation of service during the migration to IP distribution. 5 year core term with up to 2 years renewal (7 years total)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5f839945-f8e3-4a38-8a72-30dc9bf41563
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/060a12d1-a56f-4ab9-a147-f92c98427216
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64214100 - Satellite circuit rental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,100,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,100,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2024 - 1 Sep 2031 Over 5 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
THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1A 1AA
Post Town
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
West End
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENCOMPASS DIGITAL MEDIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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