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title: "2023_Music - Supply of Selector Radio Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03d0c1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BRITISH COUNCIL"
published: "2023-09-08"
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# 2023_Music - Supply of Selector Radio Services

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03d0c1

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## Summary

The British Council has concluded the procurement process for the "2023_Music - Supply of Selector Radio Services" tender. The procurement, classified under the services category with CPV code 64228000 for television and radio broadcast transmission services, aimed to engage one producer for creating music content. The contract was awarded to Audio Always Limited on 21st August 2023. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the procurement stage has now reached the award status. The tender was initiated on 31st May 2023, with a contract value of GBP 510,000.

This tender by the British Council for radio production services presents a growth opportunity for businesses in the broadcasting industry. Companies involved in radio production services, especially those experienced in television and radio broadcast transmission services, are well-suited to compete for this contract. With a focus on music content creation, inclusivity, and cultural representation, businesses that align with these values have the potential to leverage this opportunity for business expansion and collaboration. The contract allows for a 3-year initial term with a 2-year extension, providing a stable partnership for the successful bidder.

## Notice

The British Council is looking for one producer to create the following content:Selector weekly shows feature the best in new UK music, alongside interviews and exclusive live sessions from some of the most exciting British artists. The Selector After Dark show, created in partnership with our friends at Ibero 90.9FM in Mexico City, brings the sound of the UK's club and DJ scene and invites a top UK DJ to provide a one-hour mix. This is also broadcast as a separate show every week with a 15-minute version of the upcoming mix featured in each Selector Radio show. The music is curated by the current presenter, Jamz Supernova with a production team .

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The British Council is looking for one producer to create the following content:Selector weekly shows feature the best in new UK music, alongside interviews and exclusive live sessions from some of the most exciting British artists. The Selector After Dark show, created in partnership with our friends at Ibero 90.9FM in Mexico City, brings the sound of the UK's club and DJ scene and invites a top UK DJ to provide a one-hour mix. This is also broadcast as a separate show every week with a 15-minute version of the upcoming mix featured in each Selector Radio show. The music is curated by the current presenter, Jamz Supernova with a production team .The show regularly includes features about key UK sector music and landmark cultural events, and takes deep dives into different musical scenes, cities, and cultural focuses around landmark events in which music has had a significant role and impact.Recent examples include: A Northern Ireland special marking 25 years of the Good Friday Peace Agreement; a feature on the new UK folk scene; a celebration of International Women's Day .Selector has a commitment to being inclusive. We support gender equality, and represent artists from LGBTQ, deaf and disabled communities.Selector Sessions, two filmed tracks and interviews with UK bands in the studio or at key live events, are hosted on our British Council Arts YouTube channel. These have become an integral part of the channel, building an engaged audience.

Renewal: Extension of 2 years after initial term of 3 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026640-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £510,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £183,800 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 6BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AUDIO ALWAYS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 64228000 - Television and radio broadcast transmission services
- 92211000 - Radio production services

## Release History

- 8 Sep 2023 at 12:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026640-2023
- 26 Jun 2023 at 07:10 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018043-2023
- 31 May 2023 at 15:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015456-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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