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UK_220_British Council Research and Insight Podcast - Podcast Production

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is looking to pilot a research and insight podcast, seeking a supplier to develop the podcast concept, strategy, and identity, oversee recordings, and distribute it across major platforms. The procurement method is Open procedure (below threshold), with the tender period ending on 8th January 2024 and the contract period running from 16th January to 31st March 2024. The opportunity falls under the main procurement category of services in the Recreational, cultural, and sporting services industry category.

This tender by the British Council for podcast production offers opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs to engage in creative content development and channel distribution. Businesses involved in podcast production, audio editing, recording equipment supply, and promotional services would find this tender well-suited for competition. Successful suppliers may also have the chance to extend the contract for up to an additional 2 years based on pilot performance and budget availability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK_220_British Council Research and Insight Podcast - Podcast Production

Notice Description

We are looking to pilot a research and insight podcast. This series (6-12 episodes) will bring together British Council experts, as well as global researchers and practitioners in the fields of international development and cultural relations. We are seeking a supplier to: o In collaboration with the British Council, develop the podcast concept, strategy, identity, and plan of work, ensuring that the podcast pilot aligns with audience behaviour and best practice. o Oversee and support the preparation for recordings - including formulate the script and structure for all episodes of the pilot, provide coaching on best practice for the podcast host(s), and brief guests for technical quality (episode research and guest recruitment will be handled by the British Council). o Provide and set up the recording equipment, and direct and monitor the recording sessions to assure high technical quality for each episode. o Edit, mix, and master the recordings to a high professional standard of audio quality. o Set up the podcast channel, distribute it across all major podcast platforms, and provide access to analytics and audience insights. o Provide promotional advice and strategy. The above is a summary of our minimum requirements - however, we are open to additional services that can improve our podcast design, quality, and reach (subject to these being deliverable within our timeframes). The selected supplier may also be offered the opportunity to continue working on the second phase of our podcast (future seasons), subject to the performance of our pilot and budget availability. Additional information: If you are interested in expressing an interest and/or bidding for this project, please go to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil . You may then have to register your company before you can express an interest for this project and get access the documents. The selected supplier may be offered an extension for up to an additional 2 years (subject to pilot performance and budget availability). Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df6d76d1-7c14-4a1b-95db-0c566a2aa234
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Dec 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 6-12 months
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
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Brian D'Mello
Contact Email
brian.dmello@britishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
-

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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