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BBC Charter Review Commercial Funding Options

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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01 Jul 2026 at 13:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has completed an award phase for the procurement process titled "BBC Charter Review Commercial Funding Options." This process falls under the industry category of Research and Development services and related consultancy services. The contract, valued at £196,300, was awarded to the supplier Economic Insight. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates in the process included the end of the tender period on 23 March 2026 and the contract start date on 11 May 2026, with completion by 31 August 2026. The delivery location is specified as SW1A 2BQ in London, England.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the research and consultancy sector, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive commercial assessments. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly highlighted as well-suited to compete for such opportunities. Businesses with experience in media-related consultancy services and an interest in contributing to public sector projects will find ventures such as this beneficial for growth and visibility in the marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BBC Charter Review Commercial Funding Options

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide an assessment of a defined set of commercial options being explored as part of the BBC Charter Review.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/915e153c-6286-49dd-a4b2-3e49bd81d82e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£196,300 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£196,300 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
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
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ECONOMIC INSIGHT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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