--- title: "Script Management Solution - RFI" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-220e2cca-2d21-4149-8bc6-9ae8e58297ad" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-220e2cca-2d21-4149-8bc6-9ae8e58297ad" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-220e2cca-2d21-4149-8bc6-9ae8e58297ad.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-220e2cca-2d21-4149-8bc6-9ae8e58297ad.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)" published: "2019-08-06" --- # Script Management Solution - RFI Buyer: THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC) Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-220e2cca-2d21-4149-8bc6-9ae8e58297ad [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-220e2cca-2d21-4149-8bc6-9ae8e58297ad) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-220e2cca-2d21-4149-8bc6-9ae8e58297ad.json) ## Summary The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is currently in the planning stage of a tender process for a Script Management Solution, designated as an RFI (Request for Information). This procurement aims to identify a suitable cloud-based scripting and scheduling tool for production activities, following the discontinuation of Adobe Story. Interested parties need to register on the BravoSolution e-Tendering portal before 16 September 2019, to engage with this opportunity. This project falls under the CPV classification for radio, television, communication, telecommunication, and related equipment, and encompasses several delivery locations including the United Kingdom and the British Overseas Territories. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology and media industries, particularly those specialising in software development for cloud-based applications and integration tools. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for script management, scheduling, and production support, especially those with expertise in creating user-friendly interfaces and functionalities as outlined by the BBC's requirements, would be well-suited to respond. Engaging with this process could lead to substantial business growth, given the prominence and demand for high-quality production tools within the media sector. ## Notice The BBC are looking for a scripting and scheduling tool for productions across the organisation. This need for this solution arose out of the discontinuation of Adobe Story from the market by Adobe Systems Inc., leaving many of our productions with a need for a replacement scripting & scheduling tool. The ideal solution will be a cloud based replacement system for the management of script scheduling, filming and location information. The solution should be able to integrate with Final Draft and MS Word. The high level requirements in part C have been summarised below. The system should provide the following functionalities: - Camera Scripting (multi camera)/music Scripts - Ability to create camera cards - Reporting for costume, props, makeup continuity Scene Scheduling - people, sets, scene (calendar/planning) - Cast & Crew names & contact details (email for distribution of docs) - Ability to create call sheets and unit lists - Auto watermarking - Ability to create sides (talent specific scripts) - Integration with Final Draft - Live schedule tracking - status updates, reasons for overrun etc. - Post production scripting - Cloud storage including managing permissions & sharing - Script management including track changes & permission management - Ability to create running orders - Ability to create story orders (report off script) - APIs This RFI is intended only to elicit information and inform the BBC's future strategy. Responders to this RFI should note that no concessions, contracts or other arrangements will be awarded pursuant to this RFI. Responding, or not responding, to this RFI will neither increase nor decrease any provider's chances of being awarded a contract from any subsequent ITT. The BBC shall not be responsible for any costs or expenses incurred by respondents to this RFI in preparing and / or submitting such responses. Additional information: Please register your interest in this request for information (RFI) by taking the following steps: 1 - Register your company on the BravoSolution e-Tendering portal (this is only required once): 1.1 Go to https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk 1.2 - Click the link on the login page to register. 1.3 Accept the terms and conditions and click 'Continue'. 1.4 - Enter your correct business and user details. 1.5 - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete. 1.6 - You will shortly receive an email with your temporary password. 2 - Express an interest in the tender: 2.1 - Login to the portal with the username/password. 2.2 - Click the 'PQQs/ITTs Open to all Suppliers' link. (These are Pre-Qualification Questionnaires or Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier). 2.3 - Click on the relevant PQQ/ITT to access the content. 2.4 - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the PQQ/ITT into your 'My PQQs/My ITTs page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only. 2.5 - You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ITT Details' box. 3. Responding to the tender: 3.1 - Click 'My Response' under PQQ/ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). 3.2 - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification. 3.3 - Note the deadline for completion, and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ/ITT. There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). 3.4 You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance, please consult the online help, or contact the Bravo e-Tendering help desk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/011f2ad3-c9bd-499f-9b15-55a26864b3a8 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Aug 2019 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 16 Sep 2019 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC) | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | West London | | Postcode | W12 7TP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham | | Local authority | Hammersmith and Fulham | | Electoral ward | College Park & Old Oak | | Westminster constituency | Ealing Central and Acton | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ## Release History - 6 Aug 2019 at 11:04 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/011f2ad3-c9bd-499f-9b15-55a26864b3a8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/011f2ad3-c9bd-499f-9b15-55a26864b3a8 6th August 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk/ BBC eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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