This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Apr 2022 at 12:06

Tender

11 Aug 2021 at 22:45

Summary of the contracting process

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) conducted a procurement process for the supply of VHF Frequency Modulated (FM) Broadcast Transmitters within the industry category of transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting, and television. This open tender's initiation type was marked on 11 August 2021, with a deadline for submission set for 10 September 2021. The procurement aimed at acquiring 1-2 suppliers to replace up to 100 FM transmitters over a contract period of four years, valued at £1,000,000. The project's geographic focus was on the UK, and the procurement was governed by English law, allowing for electronic submissions and payments.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in broadcasting technologies, electronic equipment, and related services. Suppliers capable of delivering high-quality and reliable transmission systems, as well as those with experience in providing maintenance and operational support, would be well-positioned to compete. Companies should consider the outlined award criteria, which include both quality metrics and pricing, and prepare to demonstrate their capability in the specified areas to take advantage of this substantial procurement initiative.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

VHF Frequency Modulated (FM) Broadcast Transmitters

Notice Description

The BBC World Service were looking for 1-2 suppliers to replace up to 100 FM transmitters of various power levels with drives/amplifier systems, over the next 4 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The BBC World Service were looking for 1-2 suppliers to replace up to 100 FM transmitters of various power levels with drives/amplifier systems, over the next 4 years.

Options: 4 Year Contract Term

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02d3b3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009359-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

32200000 - Transmission apparatus for radiotelephony, radiotelegraphy, radio broadcasting and television

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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
Postcode Area
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
2
Supplier Names

R.V.R ELETTRONICA S.R.L

WORLDCAST SYSTEMS

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