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09 Jun 2026 at 12:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "BBC MONITORING SUBSCRIPTION" has been completed by the buying organisation, Pool Re Services Limited, based in London, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically for subscription services, and is classified as a public authority under the sub-central government. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, below the threshold without competition. The related contract commenced on 3rd June 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st May 2027, with potential extensions for two further one-year periods. The legal basis for this procurement is in accordance with UK legislation 2023/54.

This tender presents growth opportunities primarily for large businesses that can provide specialised monitoring and reporting services like those required for BBC Monitoring, which focuses on global jihadist media tracking. Given the direct procurement method without competition, businesses with existing relationships or contracts with similar public authorities may find opportunities to secure similar contracts. The contract's initial gross value is GBP 45,176, making it a substantial engagement for firms with the capability to deliver specialised subscription services.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

BBC MONITORING SUBSCRIPTION

Notice Description

BBC Monitoring is a jihadist monitoring service which tracks and translates the media and messages of jihadist organisations worldwide. Specialist reporting on jihadist developments, including news alerts, analysis and information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b0dd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054288-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,647 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POOL RE SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC4R 9AF
Post Town
Central 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
City of London
Electoral Ward
Candlewick
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE BRITISH BROADCASTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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