---
title: "BFI London Film Festival Press & PR - AWARD"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9e165ce2-5aea-4857-9c23-a4e192cef5f4"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9e165ce2-5aea-4857-9c23-a4e192cef5f4"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e165ce2-5aea-4857-9c23-a4e192cef5f4.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e165ce2-5aea-4857-9c23-a4e192cef5f4.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BFI"
published: "2017-06-30"
---

# BFI London Film Festival Press & PR - AWARD

Buyer: BFI  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9e165ce2-5aea-4857-9c23-a4e192cef5f4

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9e165ce2-5aea-4857-9c23-a4e192cef5f4)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e165ce2-5aea-4857-9c23-a4e192cef5f4.json)

## Summary

The BFI (British Film Institute) has recently completed the award process for the 'BFI London Film Festival Press & PR' contract. This procurement falls under the public relations services category, specifically aimed at enhancing the visibility and recognition of the BFI London Film Festival (LFF) in the UK and internationally. The contract is divided into two lots: Lot One focuses on main programme events and awards services, while Lot Two deals with media management for headline galas and special presentations. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 15 March 2017. The contract is effective from 5 June 2017 through to 4 June 2018, and all activities are to be conducted in London, with postal services extending to various international locations.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in public relations, particularly those with expertise in managing high-profile events and a strong media presence. Agencies involved in public relations or media management that have adequate resources and a well-defined structure are encouraged to consider future tenders connected to the BFI, especially those aiming to elevate the profile of films and filmmakers. Supplier types, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are particularly well-suited for this procurement process as the BFI seeks collaborative partnerships to drive the promotional aspects of one of the UK’s leading cultural events.

## Notice

Due to the growth of the LFF in recent years the BFI is dividing the PR contract, for the first time, to accommodate the Festival's broadened scope and remit. Agencies are invited to submit for one or both contracts and, alongside the requisite skill set and expertise, must demonstrate adequate resources and team delineation for either or both contracts accordingly. Lot One - Main Programme, Awards and Events Services The BFI London Film Festival (LFF) is Britain's leading film event and one of the world's best film festivals. It introduces the finest new British and international films to an expanding London and UK-wide audience and attracts significant international film industry participation. LFF is a compelling combination of red carpet glamour, friendly audiences and vibrant exchange. LFF provides an essential profiling opportunity for films seeking global success; promotes the careers of British and international filmmakers through its industry and awards programmes and positions London as the world's leading creative city. The 2016 LFF screened 397 feature, documentary, shorts, animation and archive films, 6 LFF Connects events and 4 Screen Talks. The LFF welcomed more than 800 British and international filmmakers and catered for over 2000 Press and Industry delegates. The LFF's annual Awards celebrates the film in Official Competition at the LFF, with categories for Best Film, Best First Feature, Best Documentary and Best Short Film. A BFI Fellowship is also awarded at this event, held on the last Saturday of the LFF. Audience attendance for the 2016 60th edition was a record-breaker, up 18% on 2015, with the new temporary Embankment Garden Cinema contributing significantly to that growth. The external PR agency will work alongside the BFI press office and Festival team to manage and deliver effective PR and publicity across all media platforms and incorporating consumer and trade media. The scope of work includes press and publicity relating to: -LFF main programme, including the Strand Galas and Official and Competition. -Screen Talks. -LFF Connects. -LFF Awards. Lot Two - Headline Gala & Special Presentation Media Management, Screen Talks and Luminous The BFI London Film Festival (LFF) is Britain's leading film event and one of the world's best film festivals. It introduces the finest new British and international films to an expanding London and UK-wide audience and attracts significant international film industry participation. LFF is a compelling combination of red carpet glamour, friendly audiences and vibrant exchange. LFF provides an essential profiling opportunity for films seeking global success; promotes the careers of British and international filmmakers through its industry and awards programmes and positions London as the world's leading creative city. It is visited by 800 filmmakers, and caters for over 2000 Press and Industry delegates. Screen Talks are spec...

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f557ea6d-00b3-4925-9b8d-59d9fe5bfcff |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 4 Jun 2017 - 4 Jun 2018 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BFI |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W1T 1LN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | Bloomsbury |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | DDA PUBLIC RELATIONS; FOUR COMMUNICATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79416000 - Public relations services
- 79416100 - Public relations management services

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2017 at 12:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f557ea6d-00b3-4925-9b8d-59d9fe5bfcff

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f557ea6d-00b3-4925-9b8d-59d9fe5bfcff
  30th June 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9e165ce2-5aea-4857-9c23-a4e192cef5f4. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e165ce2-5aea-4857-9c23-a4e192cef5f4.json.