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title: "GFX Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c1b9"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SEIRBHEIS NAM MEADHANAN GÀIDHLIG (THE GAELIC MEDIA SERVICE)"
published: "2026-07-01"
---

# GFX Services

Buyer: SEIRBHEIS NAM MEADHANAN GÀIDHLIG (THE GAELIC MEDIA SERVICE)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c1b9

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## Summary

The public procurement contract titled "GFX Services" is being managed by Seirbheis nam Meadhanan Gàidhlig (The Gaelic Media Service), located in Stornoway, Isle of Lewis. This contract falls under the industry category of television production services and aims to engage experienced post-production providers for BBC ALBA’s interstitial production and promotional showreel creation. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure method. Potential suppliers should note that the tender closes on 12th August 2026, with submissions to be done electronically. The awarded contract covers services to be delivered primarily to MG ALBA’s headquarters in Stornoway, over a 720-day period starting from 12th August 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the television and media production sector looking to expand their portfolios. Companies experienced in delivering high-quality, engaging, and precise production content would find this contract particularly beneficial. It especially suits those with the capability to meet tight deadlines and adapt to last-minute changes, such as junction re-assemblies due to scheduling updates. Businesses able to operate remotely and with robust digital delivery options are well-positioned to compete for this opportunity, offering growth through engagement with a high-profile media service dedicated to Gaelic broadcasting.

## Notice

Applications are invited from experienced post-production providers to carry out the following: 1. Interstitial production services for BBC ALBA's linear and on demand platforms 2. The creation of promotional showreels for MG ALBA. For these services, we seek a partner capable of delivering high-quality, accurate, engaging and cohesive interstitial and promotional content to tight delivery deadlines on an ongoing weekly basis. Interstitial production requires flexibility to ensure that as well as capacity to meet the weekly junction deliveries, there is flexibility to re-assemble some junction breaks if there are late schedule changes caused by sports fixtures etc.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The services sought are: Interstitials Delivery Services* - The overlaying of BBC ALBA graphics and livery, audio and music onto BBC ALBA promos and trailers of varying lengths - average 5 promos per week - The assembly of interstitial packages (junctions) from pre-existing assets - approximately 60 hours per annum spread evenly over the year - The creation of occasional generic promos and trailers - The creation of menus, programme pointers and other presentational elements 2- 4 per week *This service does not include audio post-production Showreels - The compilation of 3 seasonal showreels for BBC ALBA approx 5 mins in duration, nominally Christmas, Spring and Autumn - The compilation of a showreel celebrating MG ALBA's successes, with BBC ALBA, FilmG, SpeakGaelic, LearnGaelic etc. Deliverables All elements will be delivered to MG ALBA's headquarters in Stornoway using Media Shuttle (MG ALBA will provide the delivery portal) or via direct connection where appropriate. - MXF file of each completed junction (interstitial break) to the agreed technical standard - Dressed promos - Editable elements for junctions, promos and menus to enable quick turnaround of simple changes e.g. a last-minute football fixture change - AAF files - .mov or similar edit master format of completed showreels

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061943-2026 |
| 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 | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | £180,000 |
| 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 | SEIRBHEIS NAM MEADHANAN GÀIDHLIG (THE GAELIC MEDIA SERVICE) |
| Locality | ISLE OF LEWIS |
| Post town | Outer Hebrides |
| Postcode | HS1 2SD |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Na h-Eileanan Siar |
| Electoral ward | Steòrnabhagh a Deas |
| Westminster constituency | Na h-Eileanan an Iar |
| Delivery location | TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92221000 - Television production services

## Release History

- 1 Jul 2026 at 15:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061943-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.mgalba.com
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