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Broadcast Lighting Services Framework

BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation)

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

07 Jul 2026 at 08:24

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

26 Feb 2026 at 14:12

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

27 Nov 2025 at 16:15

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has concluded the "Broadcast Lighting Services Framework" procurement, intended to serve its productions across various locations in the UK. Categorised under event and television production services, this framework agreement aims to cover lighting equipment and crew requirements for BBC Public Service, Studios, and Studioworks. The contract follows an open procurement method and operates without lots. The contract began on the 10th of March 2026 and will span until the 9th of March 2030, with the framework allowing the BBC to conduct mini-competitions or direct awards as necessary. The awarded contract, totalling £21,600,000 gross (with a net value of £18,000,000), involves multiple suppliers across different regions in the UK.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for growth in the broadcast lighting industry. It offers an excellent chance for both large companies and SMEs to engage with a prominent broadcaster like the BBC. SMEs, in particular, stand to benefit from visibility and experience working on varied projects across the UK. Companies specialising in lighting equipment, crew provision, and supporting production capacities are well-suited to compete. The focus on technical ability, delivery capacity, and competitive pricing makes this an ideal opportunity for firms with robust operational and service offerings. The framework supports both short- and long-term engagements, fostering opportunities for long-term business development with the BBC.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Broadcast Lighting Services Framework

Notice Description

The BBC has an on-going requirement for a Framework of lighting equipment and crew for BBC Productions across Public Service, Studios and Studioworks. The Framework needs to capture suppliers across the UK to support productions on various locations whether it is a short, medium or long term basis. This Framework is not divided into lots.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea7d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063403-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

92221000 - Television production services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£18,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£18,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£18,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
10 Mar 2026 - 9 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation)
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
13
Supplier Names

4Wall Entertainment UK Ltd

ELP Broadcast Lighting

Firebug Lighting Ltd

J.P. FILM AND TELEVISION SERVICES LIMITED

Lighting Director Limited

Liteup Events Ltd

PROVISION - ITV

PSI Production Services

Sunbelt Rentals Limited

TSL Lighting Ltd

Transmission (TX) Ltd

Version 2 Lights Ltd

Visual Impact (Bristol) Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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