--- title: "BFI Temporary Cinema Venue With Associated Planning & Production Management" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c5c9ebe6-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c5c9ebe6-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c5c9ebe6-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c5c9ebe6-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BFI" published: "2016-11-18" --- # BFI Temporary Cinema Venue With Associated Planning & Production Management Buyer: BFI Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c5c9ebe6-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c5c9ebe6-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c5c9ebe6-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The British Film Institute (BFI) is seeking tenders for the construction of a temporary cinema venue in Central London, to host the upcoming 60th BFI London Film Festival from 5th to 16th October 2016. This open procurement process, designated as the construction of buildings related to leisure and culture, aims to create a facility that accommodates approximately 780 attendees with suitable cinematic amenities. Interested bidders must express their interest by 29th June 2016, and the contract period is scheduled from 22nd July 2016 to 31st October 2016. This project presents significant opportunities for construction firms, particularly those with experience in building cultural venues or temporary structures, to collaborate with a prestigious institution like the BFI. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they can leverage their innovative solutions in design and construction to meet the bid requirements. This tender not only allows companies to contribute to a high-profile international event but also enhances their portfolio by showcasing their capability in delivering complex projects within tight deadlines. ## Notice The BFI plans to construct a large temporary cinema on a Central London site for the duration of the 60th BFI London Film Festival (site already selected, subject to local authority licensing approval - application in progress). The site will provide an appropriate production environment to present high-level red carpet premieres in the company of visiting A-list talent and filmmakers. The temporary auditorium will provide warm and comfortable cinematic surroundings, with high-quality digital cinema capability (installed and managed by BFI technicians), and approximately 780 cinema-style audience seats. Box office facilities and cinema concessions will also form part of the surrounding site, and are required as part of this project build. BFI London Film Festival 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. In 2015, The 59th BFI London Film Festival welcomed audiences of over 168,935 across approximately 16 venues, 25 screens London cinema sites during 12 days, as well as an additional UK-wide audience of 6653. The Festival screened a total of 240 fiction and documentary features, including 17 World Premieres, 8 International Premieres, 39 European Premieres and 15 Archive films (5 of which are world restorations), and screenings of 183 live action and animated shorts, all from 72 countries. It welcomed nearly 800 filmmaker guests over half of which came from international territories. Industry screenings and events were attended by over 1100 industry delegates and 805 press delegates. In 2016, the 60th BFI London Film Festival will take place from 5th-16th October. Please note, on expressing an interest, bidders will be issued a Non-Disclosure Agreement, which they will be required to complete and return electronically via the correspondence function of the BFI's In-Tend eProcurement Portal. Once the completed NDA has been received the tender documents will be issued to them. Additional information: To take part in this tender, please visit our website, at the address shown above, 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? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bfi/aspx/ ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ff1e30c-3fc3-4315-b84c-f1b0e131d4be | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 | | Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Jul 2016 - 31 Oct 2016 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BFI | | Locality | WATERLOO | | Post town | South East London | | Postcode | SE1 8XT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth | | Local authority | Lambeth | | Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank | | Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green | | Delivery location | TLI London | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants - 79952100 - Cultural event organisation services ## Release History - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ff1e30c-3fc3-4315-b84c-f1b0e131d4be ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ff1e30c-3fc3-4315-b84c-f1b0e131d4be 10th June 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bfi/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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