---
title: "Establishing the UK as a Development hub for esports"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e7807ff7-96d7-4f8b-8d36-d18c39150293"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE"
published: "2019-03-14"
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# Establishing the UK as a Development hub for esports

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e7807ff7-96d7-4f8b-8d36-d18c39150293

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## Summary

The Department for International Trade has awarded a contract titled "Establishing the UK as a Development hub for esports". This procurement falls under the video games industry category and is based in London, England. The contract, valued at £15,000, was awarded through a direct procurement method involving a single tender action. The contract period runs from 20th February 2019 to 31st March 2019. The tender was completed on 19th February 2019, marking the end of the tender period.

This contract presents valuable opportunities for businesses in the esports and interactive entertainment sectors, particularly those classified as SMEs. Companies with expertise in video game development, event organisation, and associated services would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. As the UK seeks to establish itself as a prominent player in the esports arena, this initiative could lead to further projects and collaborations that promote growth in the industry.

## Notice

Award Notice: DIT will use the UK presence at the Electronic Sports League (ESL) premier esports event

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dda1e01-4338-432d-bc3e-b837a90629da |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2019 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0TL |
| 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 | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE UK INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT ASSOCIATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 37532000 - Video games

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2019 at 10:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dda1e01-4338-432d-bc3e-b837a90629da

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1dda1e01-4338-432d-bc3e-b837a90629da
  14th March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b69a2012-0245-4191-bb7c-66a9b308a419
  Award Notice and Contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/caaf5a0e-c969-455a-ac21-a93cc18944e3
  Award Notice and Contract

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