The services requested, divided into 7 lots, are aimed at satisfying the predominant information needs of the interested news agencies and editorial offices and must be performed according to the methods and terms detailed in the tender documentation. These are highly specialized journalistic, informational, and editorial services.
About This Opportunity
This is a services contract in the media and communication sector, with a focus on Publishing. Located in Italy, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 29.7 million. Proposals must be submitted before June 30, 2026.
Published through ANAC (Italy), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the media and communication sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
Auto-translated from ItalianContracting Authority: RAI RADIOTELEVISIONE ITALIANA S.P.A.
CIG: BBC44C4C51
CPV: Press agency services
Contract Nature: Services
Procedure: Open
Location: ROMA, Rome
Estimated Value: EUR 29,720,000.00
Number of Lots: 7
Lot 1 — CIG: BBC44C4C51 — The Service is divided into:
A - Textual flow of international, national, regional, and local news. Information coverage through news bulletins 7/7 days H24;
B - Development of a media office service, textual and videophotographic;
C - Daily worldwide press review;
D - Supply of photographic and video images of both current events and historical archives.
The total value of the contract subject to bidding is €14,800,000.00 net of VAT, divided into €11,100,000.00 for the base duration of 36 months and €3,700,000.00 in case of exercise of the extension option, referred to in art. 120 paragraph 10 of the Code, for an additional 12 months. — CPV: Press agency services — EUR 14,800,000.00
Lot 2 — CIG: BBC44C5D24 — The service is divided into:
A - Textual flow of international, national, regional, and local news. Information coverage through news bulletins 7/7 days H24;
B - Development of a media office service. International social media review in digital video format.
The total value of the contract subject to bidding is €6,200,000.00 net of VAT, divided into €4,650,000.00 for the base duration of 36 months and €1,550,000.00 in case of exercise of the extension option, referred to in art. 120 paragraph 10 of the Code, for an additional 12 months. — CPV: Press agency services — EUR 6,200,000.00
Lot 3 — CIG: BBC44C6DF7 — The Service is divided into:
A - Textual flow of national and local news. Information coverage through news bulletins 5/7 days.
B - Information coverage through news bulletins on economic, financial, and current affairs at international and local levels.
The total value of the contract subject to bidding is €800,000.00 net of VAT, divided into €600,000.00 for the base duration of 36 months and €200,000.00 in case of exercise of the extension option, referred to in art. 120 paragraph 10 of the Code, for an additional 12 months. — CPV: Press agency services — EUR 800,000.00
Lot 4 — CIG: BBC44C7ECA — The Service is divided into:
A - Textual flow of international and national news. Information coverage through news bulletins 7/7 days H24;
B - Supply of photographic and video images, national and international, of both current events and historical archives;
C - Development of a media office service;
D - Major events and live broadcasts.
The total value of the contract subject to bidding is €4,800,000.00 net of VAT, divided into €3,600,000.00 for the base duration of 36 months and €1,200,000.00 in case of exercise of the extension option, referred to in art. 120 paragraph 10 of the Code, for an additional 12 months. — CPV: Press agency services — EUR 4,800,000.00
Lot 5 — CIG: BBC44C8F9D — The Service is divided into:
A - Textual and video flow of international, national, regional, and local news. Information coverage through news bulletins 7/7 days H24;
B - International press review in English on technological innovation, cybersecurity, and medical-health innovation.
The total value of the contract subject to bidding is €800,000.00 net of VAT, divided into €600,000.00 for the base duration of 36 months and €200,000.00 in case of exercise of the extension option, referred to in art. 120 paragraph 10 of the Code, for an additional 12 months. — CPV: Press agency services — EUR 800,000.00
Lot 6 — CIG: BBC44C9075 — Provides a service for the supply of national and international photographic and audiovisual content, including current and archival material for editorial and informational use.
The total value of the contract subject to bidding is €1,480,000.00 net of VAT, divided into €1,110,000.00 for the base duration of 36 months and €370,000.00 in case of exercise of the extension option, referred to in art. 120 paragraph 10 of the Code, for an additional 12 months. — CPV: Press agency services — EUR 1,480,000.00
Lot 7 — CIG: BBC44CA148 — Provides a service for the acquisition and supply of live images of national and cross-border nature, intended for information coverage and editorial and journalistic use.
The total value of the contract subject to bidding is €840,000.00 net of VAT, divided into €630,000.00 for the base duration of 36 months and €210,000.00 in case of exercise of the extension option, referred to in art. 120 paragraph 10 of the Code, for an additional 12 months. — CPV: Press agency services — EUR 840,000.00
Tender Documents: https://piattaformaacquisti.rai.it/PortaleAppalti/it/procedure/codice/G44961
The Service is divided into:
A - Textual flow of international, national, regional, and local news. Information coverage through news bulletins 7/7 days H24;
B - Development of a media office service, textual and videophotographic;
C - Daily worldwide press review;
D - Supply of photographic and video images of both current events and historical archives.
The total value of the contract subject to bidding is €14,800,000.00 net of VAT, divided into €11,100,000.00 for the base duration of 36 months and €3,700,000.00 in case of exercise of the extension option, referred to in art. 120 paragraph 10 of the Code, for an additional 12 months.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from ANAC (Italy) and was originally published on May 26, 2026. Last refreshed 3 days ago. Original language: Italian. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About RAI RADIOTELEVISIONE ITALIANA S.P.A.
RAI RADIOTELEVISIONE ITALIANA S.P.A. has issued 85 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 8 currently open and 51 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, General Supplies & Services, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Italy. Notices are distributed via ANAC (Italy), anac_cig, and anac_ocds. Most recent publication: June 10, 2026.
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When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is June 30, 2026. You have 4 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by RAI RADIOTELEVISIONE ITALIANA S.P.A. in Italy. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Media & Communications sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
What is the estimated budget?
The estimated contract value is €29,720,000 - €29,720,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Italy. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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