Planning

BBC Orchestra & Singing Groups Management System RFI

THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)

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Planning

10 May 2021 at 21:55

Summary of the contracting process

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is planning to launch a Request for Information (RFI) for the "BBC Orchestra & Singing Groups Management System." This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically involving information technology services. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with no contracts being awarded at this time. The future notice regarding the tender was communicated on 10th May 2021, and the delivery of services is aimed at performance groups located across the UK who require software to manage their projects efficiently, including orchestras and choral ensembles.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the information technology sector, particularly those specialising in cloud-based solutions and project management systems. Companies that offer expertise in developing mobile-accessible software and those familiar with data protection and security requirements would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, organisations with experience in handling project planning for performing arts and cultural events will find this tender particularly relevant for growth and collaboration with a prominent public broadcaster.

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Notice Title

BBC Orchestra & Singing Groups Management System RFI

Notice Description

The BBC has a long history of performance groups, today the BBC retains a number of performance groups, across the UK, including 5 Orchestras (Symphony, Concert,Philharmonic, Scottish Symphony & National Orchestra of Wales) and a Choral Ensemble (BBC Singers). The groups work on a number of projects (made up of events and resources) throughout the calendar year both internally e.g. Recordings for Radio Stations and externally e.g. International Tours. All performance groups require the use of a software system to create and manage their projects. The groups currently use a client based system and the project aims to replace or upgrade the existing system to enable flexible remote working and to address a number of issues with the current product.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The high level requirements have been summarised below. * A solution that: o Is cloud/web-based and supports mobile devices o Enables project planning (e.g. rehearsals, live performances, tours) o Enables a manageable library of repertoires/works o Enables management of orchestrations, fixing (resource management) and contractual entitlements (e.g. playing hours, free days, etc) o Retains personal data of group members o Has the ability to make data available to specific groups in the form of reports (e.g. playing schedules, tour details, repertoire for performance) o Accessible for different user roles with different viewing/usability requirements o Adheres to BBC Data Protection, Security and Accessibility requirements * The capability to import historic data from the existing system

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02af3d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010188-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72222300 - Information technology services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 May 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mary.coogan@bbc.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1234567890

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

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