---
title: "Provision of Make-Up Services to BBC News based in London"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04ce52"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)"
published: "2025-01-08"
---

# Provision of Make-Up Services to BBC News based in London

Buyer: THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ce52

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## Summary

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is seeking a single supplier to provide managed make-up services for BBC News based in London. This procurement process, classified under the CPV code 98322140 for make-up services, falls under the services category and is part of the tender stage. The contract is valued between £3 million and £5 million and will be conducted under a Light Touch Regime. The initial contract term is three years, starting on 1st March 2025, with an option to extend by an additional two years. Interested suppliers must submit their tenders electronically by the deadline of 4th February 2025 at 14:00, with the bid opening occurring simultaneously. The entire contracting process is subject to English law and all transactions will be in sterling.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in managed service provision, particularly those with expertise in make-up services. Companies that can demonstrate economic stability, technical capability, and the ability to meet the BBC’s requirements will be well-positioned for this contract. This project could provide substantial business growth potential due to the prestigious nature of the BBC as a client and the considerable contract value. Suitable candidates would include businesses with a proven track record in similar services, particularly those accustomed to operating within the broadcast industry. The procurement process is open, allowing fair competition and the possibility for both small and large enterprises to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality make-up services.

## Notice

The BBC is looking for a single supplier to provide a managed service for the provision of make-up services to BBC News based in London. The contract term will be an initial 3 year term with an option to extend by 2 further years. The Contract value range is between PS3M and PS5M. The Procurement is being run under a Light Touch Regime.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The BBC is looking for a single supplier to provide a managed service for the provision of make-up services to BBC News based in London. The contract term will be an initial 3 year term with an option to extend by 2 further years. The Contract value range is between PS3M and PS5M. The Procurement is being run under a Light Touch Regime.

Options: The contract term will be an initial 3 year term with an option to extend by 2 further years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000553-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98322140 - Make-up services

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2025 at 15:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000553-2025

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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