--- title: "Comms Replacement RFI" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ac3e0281-85c5-464d-9f8d-be44c4d8c27e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ac3e0281-85c5-464d-9f8d-be44c4d8c27e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ac3e0281-85c5-464d-9f8d-be44c4d8c27e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ac3e0281-85c5-464d-9f8d-be44c4d8c27e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)" published: "2018-06-18" --- # Comms Replacement RFI Buyer: THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC) Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ac3e0281-85c5-464d-9f8d-be44c4d8c27e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ac3e0281-85c5-464d-9f8d-be44c4d8c27e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ac3e0281-85c5-464d-9f8d-be44c4d8c27e.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "Comms Replacement RFI" is initiated by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), focusing on the network infrastructure industry. It is currently in the planning stage, with key activities taking place at the BBC's London W1 and Salford campuses, and pertains to the potential replacement of communication systems across 15 English Region sites. The engagement end date for interested parties to submit responses is set for 13th July 2018. For participation, businesses must register on the BBC's Bravo Solution e-Tendering portal. This Request for Information (RFI) presents an opportunity for businesses involved in communication technology and network infrastructure to provide insight into their offerings and capabilities. While the BBC is not obligated to award a contract based on this exercise, the information gathered will inform their future strategies. Companies, especially those specialising in communication systems and infrastructure, will find this tender relevant as it allows them to showcase their expertise and potentially influence upcoming procurement activities. ## Notice This is a Request for Information (RFI) concerning the replacement of the Delec communication infrastructure across the BBC's London W1 and Salford campuses The BBC is also considering replacement of its legacy comms systems across 15 English Region sites and Elstree Election Hub. This is an information gathering exercise only. The information obtained from this RFI will be used by the BBC to build an understanding regarding the current and future comms offerings.. 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 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/7ea84ecf-b780-4558-ae30-964489e4353e | | 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 | 18 Jun 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 13 Jul 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 - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32424000 - Network infrastructure ## Release History - 18 Jun 2018 at 11:23 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ea84ecf-b780-4558-ae30-964489e4353e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7ea84ecf-b780-4558-ae30-964489e4353e 18th June 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk BBC eSourcing Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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