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title: "Professional & Consumer Cameras and Accessories Framework"
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# Professional & Consumer Cameras and Accessories Framework

Buyer: THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6a9ee211-a738-45a4-a864-1aabfdb50a04

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## Summary

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is conducting a procurement process for the "Professional & Consumer Cameras and Accessories Framework" aimed at establishing a roster of suppliers for professional video acquisition equipment, including cameras, lenses, and storage solutions. The procurement falls under the "Broadcast production equipment" industry category and is valued at approximately £16 million, with a minimum value of £12 million. The contract period runs from 21st January 2020 to 20th January 2024. The deadline for tender submissions was 9th September 2019, and the selection process utilised a restricted procedure under a selective procurement method. The framework encompasses various lots tailored to specific technical criteria, based on the European Broadcasting Union R118 standards.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the supply of broadcasting equipment and related services, particularly those able to deliver a broad range of high-quality products with rapid logistics capabilities. Companies with expertise in professional video technology, strong technical support, and a demonstrated ability to serve large organisations will be well-positioned to compete. Suppliers should also be able to showcase their ability to adapt to evolving broadcast technologies and maintain efficient inventory levels to meet the dynamic needs of the BBC throughout the framework's duration.

## Notice

The BBC is seeking a roster of non-exclusive, best value for money pan-BBC framework agreements for the supply of professional video acquisition equipment, lenses, storage cards, advanced camera battery systems, consumer cameras and record/replay equipment, including warranty, support and part exchange provision. The framework is divided into lots. Camera Lots 1, 2 and 3 are based on the European Broadcasting Union R118 camera tiers, found at: https://tech.ebu.ch/docs/r/r118.pdf, which is a minimum criterion: Lot 1: System Cameras (UHD1 Tier 1 and 2, HD Tier 1EBU R118 Sections 2.4; 2.5 and 2.7); Lot 2: Field Cameras (UHD1 Tier 1 and 2, HD Tier 1 and 2 EBU R118 Sections 2.4; 2.5; 2.7 and 2.8); Lot 3: Specialist Cameras (Tier SP EBU R118 Section 2.6); Lot 4: Consumer and Non-Broadcast Cameras and Accessories; Lot 5: Professional Broadcast Lenses; Lot 6: Portable Storage Devices, Media Cards and Card Readers; Lot 7: File-based Record and Replay Equipment; Lot 8: Advanced Camera Battery Systems/Accessories. Additional information: For full details of all awarded suppliers please visit the link below

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d5a948e-f0c9-4aa1-9b1d-2fe7be3c851d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2020 - 20 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £16,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £16,000,000 |
| 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 | THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC) |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W1A 1AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | West End |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PLEASE REFER TO THE LINK BELOW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32211000 - Broadcast production equipment

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2020 at 12:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d5a948e-f0c9-4aa1-9b1d-2fe7be3c851d
- 12 Aug 2019 at 11:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecfe64ae-006d-4c0b-94fb-1b1e511911ca
- 12 Aug 2019 at 11:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecfe64ae-006d-4c0b-94fb-1b1e511911ca

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d5a948e-f0c9-4aa1-9b1d-2fe7be3c851d
  21st January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecfe64ae-006d-4c0b-94fb-1b1e511911ca
  12th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.bbc.bravosolution.co.uk
  BBC eSourcing Portal
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:025808-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
  Awarded suppliers list

## Notice URLs

- https://tech.ebu.ch/docs/r/r118.pdf

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