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title: "BBC Awards management System RFI"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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# BBC Awards management System RFI

Buyer: THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a8c94e6c-0383-400a-8b85-faabbdd0f4f4

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## Summary

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the "BBC Awards Management System RFI." This initiative falls under the industry category of database systems and is associated with locations that include the United Kingdom and other territories. Key milestones include an engagement end date set for 17th August 2018. Interested businesses are encouraged to participate in this Request for Information (RFI) to contribute to the development of a system capable of managing award data, including nominations and voting functionalities.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in database solutions and software development, particularly those with experience in systems for managing data related to awards or similar applications. Companies should be prepared to register on the BBC’s Bravo e-Tendering portal, express interests in the tender, and respond within the provided timelines. While this RFI is non-binding and intended to gather information rather than award contracts, it may inform future procurement, offering businesses the chance to engage with a major public organisation.

## Notice

This document is a Request for Information ('RFI') in relation to the BBC Awards Management System. The system will have the capability to store data including; past and future suggestions, nominations and winners for Television awards. The system will also enable BBC users to submit suggestions, provide a voting system and the capability for shortlisting, filtering and reporting. Additional information: Any information at this RFI stage will be confidential and non-binding. Please note that the BBC is not obliged to award a contract as a result of this exercise nor is it obliged to run any further competitions. All submissions are at the Bidder's own expense. 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. 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/339ef6ee-6290-4c71-8adf-3de0ea6ac1dc |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 17 Aug 2018 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48610000 - Database systems

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2018 at 13:59 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/339ef6ee-6290-4c71-8adf-3de0ea6ac1dc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/339ef6ee-6290-4c71-8adf-3de0ea6ac1dc
  26th July 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk
  BBC eSourcing Portal

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