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Online Information Services

THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)

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29 Aug 2019 at 07:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is conducting a public procurement process for an Online Information Services contract. This initiative falls within the software package and information systems industry category. The procurement method employed is an open procedure above threshold, with the tender period having concluded on 2 April 2019. The contract is set to commence on 31 August 2019 and will extend for five years until 30 August 2023, with an estimated total contract value ranging from £900,000 to £1,350,000. The relevant procurement stage is now complete, having been formally awarded to Factiva Ltd. on 22 August 2019.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in online information services and software solutions. Companies that offer established web-based applications with comprehensive content archives and have experience catering to media organisations would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their reach and services in the UK and international markets may find potential growth opportunities through partnerships or subcontracting within this domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Online Information Services

Notice Description

The BBC is seeking a Supplier to provide an Online News Information Service. The Supplier shall provide an existing - "off-the shelf" web-based application with access to current content and an extensive archive. The service must include access to a wide range of searchable full text content including major United Kingdom national and regional newspapers, international newspapers, magazines, specialist titles and other sources. The service will form part of an essential research resource available to staff across the BBC both within and outside the United Kingdom, and possibly to BBC affiliates, and will be delivered through the BBC's intranet portal. The BBC's current registered users are from all areas of the BBC including News, Television and Radio production departments. The total value of this contract is estimated to be between PS900.000 - PS1.350.000 over the full five year term, including extension options.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/628081ed-04b6-44a6-8fff-5c5c1637f361
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20196 years ago
Contract Period
30 Aug 2019 - 30 Aug 2023 4-5 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
LOBNDON
Postcode
W12 7TS
Post Town
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
Electoral Ward
College Park & Old Oak
Westminster Constituency
Ealing Central and Acton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FACTIVA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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