Published date: 30 September 2024
Awarded contract - This means that the contract has been awarded to a supplier.
Contract summary
Industry
Satellite circuit rental services - 64214100
Location of contract
Any region
Value of contract
£15,100,000
Procurement reference
tender_372099/1409448
Published date
30 September 2024
Closing date
19 April 2024
Closing time
1pm
Contract start date
2 September 2024
Contract end date
1 September 2031
Contract type
Service contract
Procedure type
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Anyone may ask to participate, but only those who are pre-selected will be invited to submit initial tenders and to negotiate.
This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
Yes
Description
The BBC has procured Global Business to Business (B2B) Hybrid IP/Satellite distribution services, to replace its existing satellite only services, to deliver World Service programme content to its overseas relays and partner broadcasters. The service will deliver comprehensive global coverage at a very high end-to-end availability. The Service Provider is requested to provide an integrated offer of IP and satellite services to enable the migration to IP delivery over the lifetime of the contract.
The overall objectives of the Global B2B Hybrid IP/Satellite distribution service should be considered in the design. Issues such as the choice of IP distribution method, satellites with their coverage and terrestrial connectivity will play a critical role in the deployment of an efficient and robust hybrid system. It is expected that Service Providers will leverage their experience and resources in the hybrid IP/satellite distribution business to provide a comprehensive proposal.
The requirements include IP and Satellite distribution for World Service Global B2B services to locations in the Americas, Atlantic, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Pacific.
To enable the transition to a hybrid model, the BBC will initially require satellite services for all regions, preferably remaining on existing satellites, to maintain continuation of service during the migration to IP distribution.
5 year core term with up to 2 years renewal (7 years total)
More information
Previous notice about this procurement
World Service Global Business to Business Hybrid IP/Satellite Distribution Services to the BBC
- Opportunity
- Published 11 January 2024
Award information
Awarded date
2 September 2024
Contract start date
2 September 2024
Contract end date
1 September 2031
Total value of contract
£15,100,000
This contract was awarded to 1 supplier.
Encompass Digital Media Limited
Address
610 Chiswick High Road, London. W4 5RU, UK
Reference
No reference - other
Supplier is SME?
No
Supplier is VCSE?
No
About the buyer
Contact name
Rob Overton
Address
Broadcasting House, Portland Place
London
W1A 1AA
England
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