--- title: "Retail distribution of Sight & Sound Magazine" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a52f023d-42ab-4d90-92b2-4e9efb795fd2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a52f023d-42ab-4d90-92b2-4e9efb795fd2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a52f023d-42ab-4d90-92b2-4e9efb795fd2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a52f023d-42ab-4d90-92b2-4e9efb795fd2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BFI" published: "2021-11-08" --- # Retail distribution of Sight & Sound Magazine Buyer: BFI Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a52f023d-42ab-4d90-92b2-4e9efb795fd2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a52f023d-42ab-4d90-92b2-4e9efb795fd2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a52f023d-42ab-4d90-92b2-4e9efb795fd2.json) ## Summary The British Film Institute (BFI) is currently in the tendering stage for the provision of retail distribution services for its Sight & Sound Magazine. The tender, identified as 2021/274, is open for applications until 10 December 2021. The contract duration is set for two years, beginning on 1 February 2022, with a potential for two one-year extensions based on performance. This opportunity falls under the services category, specifically focusing on printing and distribution services, with operations intended for both the UK and international markets, including the British Overseas Territories and Europe. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses looking to expand in the printing and distribution sector, especially those with capabilities in retail distribution management. Suitable applicants may include consulting firms, distribution agencies, and companies with expertise in magazine distribution and sales. With the BFI actively seeking a distribution partner to optimise sales and growth for the magazine, this is an ideal chance for small and medium enterprises as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises to leverage their expertise and establish a partnership with a prestigious organisation. ## Notice Sight & Sound requires retail distribution services to both the UK and international markets. The bulk of the magazine's retail supply is currently distributed by Seymour Distribution Ltd under contract via a third party consultant (i-can Publisher Services). In this tender process we welcome applications from consultants, agencies or directly from the distributor themselves. Having recently redesigned and relaunched the magazine to a hugely positive response from industry and readers, we are seeking a distribution partner that is the best fit for the efficient management of the magazine's retail sales as well as providing the best opportunities for growing the magazine's business. Contract duration: 2 years with the option to extend for two periods of one year, subject to performance. Additional information: To take part in this tender, please visit our website, at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bfi/aspx/Tenders/Current , where you will need to register, if you haven't already, and express an interest in this opportunity to access the relevant documents. Please note expressions of interest will only be accepted via the portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2db8d5ee-5cec-4452-98ae-47f165ed87cd | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79800000 - Printing and related services - 79824000 - Printing and distribution services ## Release History - 8 Nov 2021 at 13:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2db8d5ee-5cec-4452-98ae-47f165ed87cd ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2db8d5ee-5cec-4452-98ae-47f165ed87cd 8th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bfi/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bfi/aspx/Tenders/Current ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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