Planning

Comms Replacement RFI

THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)

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Planning

18 Jun 2018 at 11:23

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Comms Replacement RFI" is initiated by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), focusing on the network infrastructure industry. It is currently in the planning stage, with key activities taking place at the BBC's London W1 and Salford campuses, and pertains to the potential replacement of communication systems across 15 English Region sites. The engagement end date for interested parties to submit responses is set for 13th July 2018. For participation, businesses must register on the BBC's Bravo Solution e-Tendering portal.

This Request for Information (RFI) presents an opportunity for businesses involved in communication technology and network infrastructure to provide insight into their offerings and capabilities. While the BBC is not obligated to award a contract based on this exercise, the information gathered will inform their future strategies. Companies, especially those specialising in communication systems and infrastructure, will find this tender relevant as it allows them to showcase their expertise and potentially influence upcoming procurement activities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Comms Replacement RFI

Notice Description

This is a Request for Information (RFI) concerning the replacement of the Delec communication infrastructure across the BBC's London W1 and Salford campuses The BBC is also considering replacement of its legacy comms systems across 15 English Region sites and Elstree Election Hub. This is an information gathering exercise only. The information obtained from this RFI will be used by the BBC to build an understanding regarding the current and future comms offerings.. Please note that the BBC is not obliged to award a contract as a result of this exercise nor is it obliged to run any further competitions Additional information: Any information at this RFI stage will be confidential and non-binding. Please note that the BBC is not obliged to award a contract as a result of this exercise nor is it obliged to run any further competitions. All submissions are at the Bidder's own expense. To take part in this RFI: 1 - Register your company on the Bravo Solution e-Tendering portal (this is only required once): 1.1 - Go to https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk. 1.2 - Click the link on the login page to Register. 1.3 - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'Continue'. 1.4 - Enter your correct business and user details. 1.5 - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete. 1.6 - You will shortly receive an email with your temporary password. 2 - Express an Interest in the tender: 2.1 - Login to the portal with the username/password. 2.2 - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier). 2.3 - Click on the relevant PQQ/ ITT to access the content. 2.4 - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only. 2.5 - You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box. 3. Responding to the tender: 3.1 - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). 3.2 - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification. 3.3 - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ/ ITT There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). 3.4 - You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the Bravo e-Tendering help desk. This RFI is intended only to elicit information and inform the BBC's future strategy. Responders to this RFI should note that no concessions, contracts or other arrangements will be awarded pursuant to this RFI. Responding, or not responding, to this RFI will neither increase nor decrease any provider's chances of being awarded a contract from any subsequent ITT. The BBC shall not be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred by respondents to this RFI in preparing and / or submitting such responses.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ac3e0281-85c5-464d-9f8d-be44c4d8c27e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ea84ecf-b780-4558-ae30-964489e4353e
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32424000 - Network infrastructure

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
13 Jul 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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