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Establishing the UK as a Development hub for esports

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

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14 Mar 2019 at 10:04

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for International Trade has awarded a contract titled "Establishing the UK as a Development hub for esports". This procurement falls under the video games industry category and is based in London, England. The contract, valued at £15,000, was awarded through a direct procurement method involving a single tender action. The contract period runs from 20th February 2019 to 31st March 2019. The tender was completed on 19th February 2019, marking the end of the tender period.

This contract presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the esports and interactive entertainment sectors, particularly those classified as SMEs. Companies with expertise in video game development, event organisation, and associated services would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. As the UK seeks to establish itself as a prominent player in the esports arena, this initiative could lead to further projects and collaborations that promote growth in the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Establishing the UK as a Development hub for esports

Notice Description

Award Notice: DIT will use the UK presence at the Electronic Sports League (ESL) premier esports event

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dda1e01-4338-432d-bc3e-b837a90629da
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

CPV Codes

37532000 - Video games

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Feb 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20197 years ago
Contract Period
20 Feb 2019 - 31 Mar 2019 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 INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Contact Name
Elizabeth Simmonds
Contact Email
elizabeth.simmonds@trade.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 (0)20 7215 3934

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0TL
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

THE UK INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT ASSOCIATION

Further Information

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