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title: "CP1593-18 Adoption Video & Photo Services"
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# CP1593-18 Adoption Video & Photo Services

Buyer: DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-417b56b3-1ae6-473e-ad82-80f9c1e43f5a

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Devon County Council seeking professional video and photo services under the title "CP1593-18 Adoption Video & Photo Services." This initiative falls under the services category, specifically targeting the motion picture and video tape production industry. The project is situated in the South West region of the United Kingdom, with a contract value of £100,000, covering the period from 1st October 2018 to 30th September 2022. The procurement method employed is the open procedure, with the tender stage closing on 23rd July 2018.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in photography and video production, particularly those experienced in working with sensitive subject matter like adoption. Businesses that can demonstrate their capability to produce high-quality, age-appropriate content for children awaiting adoption will be well-suited to compete. Companies providing studio photography and video services are particularly encouraged to participate, as the demand for such services across various local authority areas is projected to be around £20,000 annually.

## Notice

The DVD's and photographs will be used in a number of ways to support the placement of children for adoption and permanence. For example, the photographs will be used for profiles of the children, for events and in publications. The DVD's will be shown at Family Finding evenings, and possibly through online portals. It is important to note that in line with best practice, all the photographs and DVD's must be appropriate for the Child to view, they will be shared with the child as part of their life story work at the appropriate time. They must also be sensitive towards the Child's family of birth due to the possibility that they may access it. Requests for service will vary according to ASW requirements, which will be dependent upon the needs of Young People ready for adoption. Not all children awaiting adoption will require DVD's and/or photographs. Spend on DVD and Photography across the RAA has varied significantly over the years, it is predicted to be PS20k per annum. ASW will expect the contractor of the service to support their vision to achieve improved outcomes for children and families. ASW will create a system where children are matched with the most suitable adopter as quickly as possible, as part of this ASW are seeking to commission the service of the production of professional photographs and DVD's of certain children waiting for adoption. Adopt South West (ASW) Regional Adoption Agency (RAA) has been established to meet the government agenda for regionalising adoption as set out in the Education and Adoption Act 2016. ASW will operate across the Local Authority areas of Devon County Council, Plymouth City Council, Somerset Council and Torbay Council ASW aims to improve the number of placements available for priority children.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ecc81b-804d-48f0-afbe-f5a04a47e786 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 4QD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Newtown and St Leonard's |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMPANY FILM SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 22315000 - Photographs
- 32354300 - Photographic film
- 79961100 - Advertising photography services
- 79961350 - Studio photography services
- 92110000 - Motion picture and video tape production and related services
- 92111220 - Advertising video-tape production

## Release History

- 2 Oct 2018 at 14:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ecc81b-804d-48f0-afbe-f5a04a47e786
- 3 Jul 2018 at 11:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e5ba14c-f6df-4776-865c-0bd72a29c8b8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44ecc81b-804d-48f0-afbe-f5a04a47e786
  2nd October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e5ba14c-f6df-4776-865c-0bd72a29c8b8
  3rd July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.devon.gov.uk

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