Published date: 12 August 2019

Last edited date: 12 August 2019

This notice was replaced on 21 January 2020

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Awarded contract (published 21 January 2020)

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Contract summary

Industry

  • Broadcast production equipment - 32211000

Location of contract

Any region

Value of contract

£12,000,000 to £16,000,000

Procurement reference

tender_213524/790540

Published date

12 August 2019

Closing date

9 September 2019

Contract start date

21 January 2020

Contract end date

20 January 2024

Contract type

Supply contract

Procedure type

Restricted procedure (above threshold)

A two-stage procedure, where the first stage is used to select suppliers, who are then invited to bid in the second stage.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

No

Description

The BBC is seeking a roster of non-exclusive, best value for money pan-BBC framework agreements for thesupply of professional video acquisition equipment, lenses, storage cards, advanced camera battery systems,consumer cameras and record/replay equipment, including warranty, support and part exchange provision. Theframework is divided into lots. Camera Lots 1, 2 and 3 are based on the European Broadcasting Union R118Camera Tiers, found at: https://tech.ebu.ch/docs/r/r118.pdf which is a minimum criterion:
Lot 1: System Cameras (UHD1 Tier 1 and 2, HD Tier 1EBU R118 Sections 2.4; 2.5 and 2.7);
Lot 2: Field Cameras (UHD1 Tier 1 and 2, HD Tier 1 and 2 EBU R118 Sections 2.4; 2.5; 2.7 and 2.8);
Lot 3: Specialist Cameras (Tier SP EBU R118 Section 2.6);
Lot 4: Consumer and Non-Broadcast Cameras and Accessories;
Lot 5: Professional Broadcast Lenses;
Lot 6: Portable Storage Devices, Media Cards and Card Readers;
Lot 7: File-based Record and Replay Equipment;
Lot 8: Advanced Camera Battery Systems/Accessories.

Competitive framework agreements will cover a broad range of equipment, high service levels, high quality comprehensive technical back up/support, warranty and guidance on equipment use, inclusive in product pricing, together with part exchange provision. Suppliers must demonstrate breadth of equipment, technical expertise and delivery with proven experience of dealing with large multi-site organisations, with inventory levels for stock availability. Rapid delivery solutions will be required to BBC premises across the UK, with standard next day delivery, inclusive in product pricing. The product range will reflect the operational needs of the BBC during the lifetime of the framework, and must be dynamically managed to reflect changing technologies employed within the broadcast environment, with commitment, ability and a proactive approach to collaboration with the BBC. Mini-competition call-offs and e-auctions may be used for significant value spend.
Value range: 12 000 000 GBP to 16 000 000 GBP

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Please register your interest in this project by taking the following steps:
1) Register your company on the BravoSolution e-Tendering portal (this is only required once):
1.1) Go to https://bbc.bravosolution.co.uk
1.2) Click the link on the login page to register;
1.3) Accept the terms and conditions and click 'Continue';
1.4) Enter your correct business and user details;
1.5) Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete;
1.6) You will shortly receive an email with your temporary password.
2) Express an interest in the tender:
2.1) Login to the portal with the username/password;
2.2) Click the 'PQQs/ITTs Open to all Suppliers' link (these are pre-qualification questionnaires or invitations to tender open to any registered supplier);
2.3) Click on the relevant PQQ/ITT to access the content;
2.4) Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the PQQ/ITT into your 'My PQQs/My ITTs' page (this is a secure area reserved for your projects only);
2.5) You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ITT Details' box.
3) Responding to the tender:
3.1) Click 'My Response' under PQQ/ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining);
3.2) You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification;
3.3) Note the deadline for completion, and then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ/ITT. There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available);
3.4) You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance, please consult the online help, or contact the Bravo e-Tendering help desk.

About the buyer

Address

Broadcasting House, Portland Place
London
W1A 1AA
England

Email

felicity.hendry1@bbc.co.uk