--- title: "BBC Security Software System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9b730139-e86d-4ce7-ae5e-990f05332cbd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b730139-e86d-4ce7-ae5e-990f05332cbd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b730139-e86d-4ce7-ae5e-990f05332cbd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b730139-e86d-4ce7-ae5e-990f05332cbd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)" published: "2018-05-15" --- # BBC Security Software System Buyer: THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC) Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b730139-e86d-4ce7-ae5e-990f05332cbd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b730139-e86d-4ce7-ae5e-990f05332cbd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b730139-e86d-4ce7-ae5e-990f05332cbd.json) ## Summary The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is initiating a procurement process for a "Security Software System", a project classified under the industry category of surveillance and security systems and devices. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with a planned Request for Information (RFI) published on 15th May 2018. Interested suppliers must respond to the RFI by 30th June 2018, at 12:00 hours BST. The intended contract period is set to commence on 1st December 2018 and conclude on 30th November 2020, with a total anticipated value of £2,000,000. This RFI presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the security technology sector, particularly those specialising in video management systems or physical security information management (PSIM). Providing comprehensive information on relevant software solutions will help shape the BBC's future strategy, potentially leading to future contracts once the procurement process advances to a formal Invitation to Tender (ITT). Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as their innovative solutions may align well with the needs outlined in the RFI. ## Notice This document is a Request for Information (RFI) concerning the provision of Security Software Systems - Video Management System/PSIM for the BBC. This is an information gathering exercise only. 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: To take part in this RFI: 1 - Register your company on the Bravo Solution 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, 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. Please note: The deadline for responding to the the RFI is 30th June 2018 @12:00 hours BST. 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19de9f5b-1935-4f3a-98d0-3ebc27091c5c | | Notice type | Planned Procurement 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 | 15 May 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 30 Jul 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2018 - 30 Nov 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC) | | Locality | SALFORD | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M50 2BH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West | | Local authority | Salford | | Electoral ward | Quays | | Westminster constituency | Salford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices ## Release History - 15 May 2018 at 07:09 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19de9f5b-1935-4f3a-98d0-3ebc27091c5c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19de9f5b-1935-4f3a-98d0-3ebc27091c5c 15th May 2018 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk BravoSolution eTendering Portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.bbc.co.uk/supplying ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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