Tender

SSA_Consultancy Services for developing a Live Podcast & Digital Media Production for SoCreative eLearning Masterclass Series

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Jul 2025 at 09:47

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council, operating as a sub-central public authority, is currently in the tender stage for consultancy services intended to develop a live podcast and digital media production for its SoCreative eLearning Masterclass Series. This programme seeks to enhance creative entrepreneurship across Africa, in collaboration with institutions such as the University of Arts London and Henley Business School. The procurement falls under the project management consultancy services category and has an open procurement method. The maximum contract value is £32,000, with a tender submission deadline on 6th August 2025. The project will commence on 1st September 2025 and is expected to run until 31st August 2028. The procurement process is managed electronically, and potential suppliers can register their interest via the designated portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms experienced in digital media and eLearning content creation, offering them a platform to expand their portfolio and enhance their presence in the creative education sector. Enterprises that specialise in consultancy services focusing on interactive learning and digital engagement are well-suited to compete for this tender. With the procurement process being open to competition below the threshold, it allows smaller firms with innovative approaches to participate. Successful involvement in this initiative could enable businesses to engage with prominent educational institutions and expand their reach across international markets.

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Notice Title

SSA_Consultancy Services for developing a Live Podcast & Digital Media Production for SoCreative eLearning Masterclass Series

Notice Description

TheSoCreativeELearningProgramme,developedinpartnershipwiththeUniversityofArtsLondon,HenleyBusinessSchool,Afrinoly,andBelle&Co.,supportscreativeentrepreneurshipacrossAfrica.Withover40,000learnersonboarded,theprogrammeisnowexpandingitsengagementstrategythroughathree-yearlivemasterclasspodcastseriesdesignedtodriveinteractivity,peerlearning,andaccesstoexpertinsightswhichwillbereviewedannuallytoensurecontinuedqualityandimpact.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055ca3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038845-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,600 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,600 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 3-4 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
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Joshua Nzuki
Contact Email
joshua.nzuki@britishcouncil.or.ke
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

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