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08 Jan 2025 at 15:51

Summary of the contracting process

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is seeking a single supplier to provide managed make-up services for BBC News based in London. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code 98322140 for make-up services, falls under the services category and is part of the tender stage. The contract is valued between £3 million and £5 million and will be conducted under a Light Touch Regime. The initial contract term is three years, starting on 1st March 2025, with an option to extend by an additional two years. Interested suppliers must submit their tenders electronically by the deadline of 4th February 2025 at 14:00, with the bid opening occurring simultaneously. The entire contracting process is subject to English law and all transactions will be in sterling.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in managed service provision, particularly those with expertise in make-up services. Companies that can demonstrate economic stability, technical capability, and the ability to meet the BBC’s requirements will be well-positioned for this contract. This project could provide substantial business growth potential due to the prestigious nature of the BBC as a client and the considerable contract value. Suitable candidates would include businesses with a proven track record in similar services, particularly those accustomed to operating within the broadcast industry. The procurement process is open, allowing fair competition and the possibility for both small and large enterprises to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality make-up services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Make-Up Services to BBC News based in London

Notice Description

The BBC is looking for a single supplier to provide a managed service for the provision of make-up services to BBC News based in London. The contract term will be an initial 3 year term with an option to extend by 2 further years. The Contract value range is between PS3M and PS5M. The Procurement is being run under a Light Touch Regime.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The BBC is looking for a single supplier to provide a managed service for the provision of make-up services to BBC News based in London. The contract term will be an initial 3 year term with an option to extend by 2 further years. The Contract value range is between PS3M and PS5M. The Procurement is being run under a Light Touch Regime.

Options: The contract term will be an initial 3 year term with an option to extend by 2 further years

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ce52
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000553-2025
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98322140 - Make-up services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

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