Provision of TV and Video Production Services

The tender invites qualified contractors to supply comprehensive TV and video production services for Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) and Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) across a range of racing and related events. Under Lot 1 the successful party will deliver outside broadcasting support and audiovisual services for key national fixtures such as the Irish Greyhound Derby, the Irish Greyhound Laurels, the Irish St. Leger, and the National Greyhound Racing Awards, among other RCÉ‑sponsored events held at RCÉ stadia nationwide. The broadcaster may provide linear television coverage, online streaming, or a hybrid approach as determined by RCÉ in conjunction with its media partners, with the option for event media partners to deploy their own outside‑broadcasting teams when appropriate.

Lot 2 focuses on the creation and distribution of digital video content. The contractor is required to produce, record, edit, upload and stream approximately fifty online video packages each year covering race meetings and associated events, which will be shared across RCÉ’s corporate website, YouTube, social media channels and other digital outlets. Supplementary video materials such as event reviews, sponsorship proposals and industry informational content are also requested to broaden the engagement of supporters and partners.

Lot 3 calls for industry‑specific video production in collaboration with RCÉ partners, including the Irish Retired Greyhound Trust and individual stadium stakeholders. Responsibilities include crafting story scripts, directing, and editing video packages for all platforms, with a pre‑planning phase coordinated with the RCÉ Head Office Marketing Team to ensure alignment with broader marketing objectives.

All video and broadcast outputs must meet current RTÉ broadcasting and digital streaming standards.

Rásaíocht Con Éireann(RCÉ) /Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) invites tender submissions from interested parties for the provision of TV and Video Production Services in the areas listed in paragraph 2 – Specification. This Invitation to Tender (ITT) forms part of a tender process. It is advised that you read this document completely and in its entirety before completing your tender submission. 2. SPECIFICATION Specification – 3 Lots Lot 1 Outside broadcasting – provision of broadcasting support and AV services for RCÉ key racing and racing associated events at RCÉ Stadia Nationwide. Events may include, but are not limited to, the Irish Greyhound Derby (Shelbourne Park), the Irish Greyhound Laurels (Curraheen Park, Cork), the Irish St. Leger (Limerick Greyhound Stadium), the National Greyhound Racing Awards, and similar fixtures. Broadcast coverage of these events may be delivered via linear television, online platforms, or a combination of both, depending on the agreed media strategy. The method of broadcast will be at the discretion of Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) and the relevant event media partners, who may also elect to utilise their own outside broadcasting services where appropriate. Lot 2. Web Packages / Online video content: The scope of services shall include the production, recording, editing, and uploading and/or streaming of online video packages for both race meetings at RCÉ stadia and associated events, as required. It is anticipated that approximately 50 video packages will be produced annually in respect of RCÉ-owned stadia; however, this volume is indicative only and will be subject to the operational requirements and discretion of Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ). Completed video content may be distributed across a range of RCÉ digital channels, including the RCÉ corporate website, YouTube, and relevant social media platforms. Additional requirements may include, but are not limited to, the production of event review videos, sponsorship proposal materials, and industry-related informational content. Lot 3. Video production for industry related content: Working with RCÉ partners such as the Irish Retired Greyhound Trust, individual stadia and stakeholders. Involves the production, story- Story script creation, direction and editing of video packages for use via all platforms. Pre-planning will be key in partnership with the RCÉ Head Office Marketing Team and the execution of partner packages for general usage.
Place of performance: ES111

Lot: LOT-0001
Title: Provision of TV and Video Production Services

Procurement documents
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