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title: "Media Framework."
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# Media Framework.

Buyer: DURHAM UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-98909f7a-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by Durham University for the establishment of a new Media Framework. This framework will primarily focus on video production and photography, catering to both staff and student events. The procurement is classified under the CPV codes for photographic services and motion picture and video services. The contract is expected to commence on 9th January 2017 and will span four years, concluding on 8th January 2021. The procurement method being utilized is a selective process under a restricted procedure. The tender period for expressing interest closed on 23rd May 2016, indicating a thorough planning phase prior to the award.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the media and photography sectors, particularly those specialising in video production and event photography. Suppliers that can provide comprehensive services across the various lots, from routine to strategic video productions, as well as general and sport-specific photography, would be well-suited to compete. Given the contract's focus on event support for a prestigious institution like Durham University, it also presents an avenue for SMEs in the service category to engage on an equal footing with larger firms, thereby fostering business growth and collaboration within the industry.

## Notice

The University has a requirement to set up a new Media Framework. This framework will encompass Video production and Photography for both staff and student events. The framework has the includes the lots: Lot 1 - Routine Video Production Lot 2 - Strategic Video Production Lot 3 - News Video Production Lot 4 - Photography - General Lot 5 - Photography - London Lot 6 - Photography - Sport Lot 7 - Ceremony Services - Film- Lot 8 - Ceremony Services - Photography The contract will commence on 09.01.2017 for 4 years. The contract will be for sole use of Durham University.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d176314c-0e76-4b74-9774-a81d511959e0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 23 May 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jan 2017 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2017 - 8 Jan 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,540,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,540,000 |
| 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 | DURHAM UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 3LE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Durham South |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 9 |
| Supplier names | ACHIEVEMENT TV; BRUISER; CLEARHEAD; DEPENDABLE PRODUCTIONS; EDE & RAVENSCROFT; JOHN DONOUGHUE PHOTOGRAPHER; LIMEHOUSE FILMS; LINTELFILM; MOTUS TV |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 79961000 - Photographic services
- 92100000 - Motion picture and video services

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2017 at 08:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d176314c-0e76-4b74-9774-a81d511959e0
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc308fa7-a3d9-4f6c-ac97-da9a4e02fc42

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d176314c-0e76-4b74-9774-a81d511959e0
  20th January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc308fa7-a3d9-4f6c-ac97-da9a4e02fc42
  27th April 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://events.transaxions.com/service.aspx?event=6741
  Expression of interest link

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.ac.uk

## Provenance

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