Tender

Retail distribution of Sight & Sound Magazine

BFI

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Tender

08 Nov 2021 at 13:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Film Institute (BFI) is currently in the tendering stage for the provision of retail distribution services for its Sight & Sound Magazine. The tender, identified as 2021/274, is open for applications until 10 December 2021. The contract duration is set for two years, beginning on 1 February 2022, with a potential for two one-year extensions based on performance. This opportunity falls under the services category, specifically focusing on printing and distribution services, with operations intended for both the UK and international markets, including the British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses looking to expand in the printing and distribution sector, especially those with capabilities in retail distribution management. Suitable applicants may include consulting firms, distribution agencies, and companies with expertise in magazine distribution and sales. With the BFI actively seeking a distribution partner to optimise sales and growth for the magazine, this is an ideal chance for small and medium enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises to leverage their expertise and establish a partnership with a prestigious organisation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Retail distribution of Sight & Sound Magazine

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. Additional information: To take part in this tender, please visit our website, at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bfi/aspx/Tenders/Current , where you will need to register, if you haven't already, and express an interest in this opportunity to access the relevant documents. Please note expressions of interest will only be accepted via the portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2db8d5ee-5cec-4452-98ae-47f165ed87cd
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
8 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2024 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BFI
Contact Name
Henry Vivian-Neal
Contact Email
henry.vivian-neal@bfi.org.uk
Contact Phone
020 7173 3299

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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