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Personalised Content Recommendations

THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

06 Nov 2017 at 09:17

Award Notice
Tender

07 Jul 2017 at 08:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has completed a procurement process entitled "Personalised Content Recommendations," which falls under the data analysis services industry category. This tender aimed to procure a service contract for personalised audio and video content recommendations to enhance the BBC's personalisation services. It was published on 7th July 2017, with a tender period ending on 4th August 2017. The total estimated value of this contract ranged from £2,000,000 to £5,000,000, with a contract duration starting from 31st October 2017 and ending on 31st October 2022. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, allowing for broad participation.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in data analysis and content personalisation technologies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can develop innovative solutions aligned with the BBC's digital transformation goals. Companies specialising in AI-driven recommendation systems, data analytics, and user engagement strategies would be especially well-suited to compete for contracts in this area. The scope for potential growth is substantial given the increasing demand for personalised content in the media industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Personalised Content Recommendations

Notice Description

BBC Personalisation is a capability allied to the Platform capability; and is focused on supporting the digital transformation of the BBC. Personalisation encompasses personalised Recommendations and Notifications. BBC Personalisation is seeking to procure a service contract for personalised Audio/Video content recommendations to further support our provision of personalisation services to our audience. We request that all applicants are aware that the estimated value for this procurement is 2 000 000 GBP - 5000 000 GBP. The BBC intends to appoint a contract for an initial period of 3 years, with options to extend on up to 2 occasions by up to 12 months on each occasion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ff605327-d3d4-49d0-88f2-2144511c5083
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0096d5ba-6388-4134-98f3-bf2333e1d59f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72316000 - Data analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Oct 20178 years ago
Contract Period
31 Oct 2017 - 31 Oct 2022 Over 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THINKANALYTICS (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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