---
title: "BBC Orchestra & Singing Groups Management System RFI"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02af3d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)"
published: "2021-05-10"
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# BBC Orchestra & Singing Groups Management System RFI

Buyer: THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02af3d

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## Summary

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is planning to launch a Request for Information (RFI) for the "BBC Orchestra & Singing Groups Management System." This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically involving information technology services. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with no contracts being awarded at this time. The future notice regarding the tender was communicated on 10th May 2021, and the delivery of services is aimed at performance groups located across the UK who require software to manage their projects efficiently, including orchestras and choral ensembles.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the information technology sector, particularly those specialising in cloud-based solutions and project management systems. Companies that offer expertise in developing mobile-accessible software and those familiar with data protection and security requirements would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, organisations with experience in handling project planning for performing arts and cultural events will find this tender particularly relevant for growth and collaboration with a prominent public broadcaster.

## Notice

The BBC has a long history of performance groups, today the BBC retains a number of performance groups, across the UK, including 5 Orchestras (Symphony, Concert,Philharmonic, Scottish Symphony & National Orchestra of Wales) and a Choral Ensemble (BBC Singers). The groups work on a number of projects (made up of events and resources) throughout the calendar year both internally e.g. Recordings for Radio Stations and externally e.g. International Tours. All performance groups require the use of a software system to create and manage their projects. The groups currently use a client based system and the project aims to replace or upgrade the existing system to enable flexible remote working and to address a number of issues with the current product.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The high level requirements have been summarised below. * A solution that: o Is cloud/web-based and supports mobile devices o Enables project planning (e.g. rehearsals, live performances, tours) o Enables a manageable library of repertoires/works o Enables management of orchestrations, fixing (resource management) and contractual entitlements (e.g. playing hours, free days, etc) o Retains personal data of group members o Has the ability to make data available to specific groups in the form of reports (e.g. playing schedules, tour details, repertoire for performance) o Accessible for different user roles with different viewing/usability requirements o Adheres to BBC Data Protection, Security and Accessibility requirements * The capability to import historic data from the existing system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010188-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 10 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 9 May 2021 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| 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

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 10 May 2021 at 21:55 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010188-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bbc.co.uk/supplying/
- https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk/

## Provenance

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