ITT issued for delivery of Fan Parks for ICC Events up until the end of 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued an Invitation to Tender (ITT) to partner with world-class and well-established agencies who are interested in delivering Fan Parks for multiple ICC events in 2024 and 2025.

Fan parks provide a platform for fans to connect with each other and with cricket in a unique and immersive way. Delivering into multiple territories allows ICC to tap into diverse markets, tailoring events to local preferences and building stronger connections with a broader fan base.

For the first time the ICC is asking for proposals for events over a longer term. Applicants can submit tenders that can include fan parks in one or more countries, for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 (Bangladesh), the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 (Pakistan), and the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 (India).

This ITT is intended to attract responses from companies with extensive experience in delivering Fan Parks for major international tournaments. It is expected that different agencies will be contracted in different territories. The ICC is also looking for innovative and different finance models for delivery.

The ITT is available here https://www.icc-cricket.com/commercial-opportunities/index

Responses should be emailed to fanparks@icc-cricket.com by Monday, 5 August 2024.

Queries should be addressed in an email with the subject line “ICC Fan Parks – Query” to the following address: fanparks@icc-cricket.com

More information about the ICC can be found on the official website: icc-cricket.com

FOR MORE DETAILS CONTACT
ICC Media and Communications Department
PO Box 500 070
Dubai, UAE
Tel: +971 4 382 8800
media@icc-cricket.com

ITT – BBC (host & domestic) TV coverage of the World Indoor Professional Bowls Championships, 2025 and 2026 with an option to extend to 2027

As part of the BBC Charter & Agreement the BBC committed to opening up more of the hours of programming that previously formed part of the in-house production guarantee by putting existing returning series out to tender, with the process open to any supplier.

  1. The programme

This is an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for host TV production and delivery of the BBC’s domestic TV coverage of the World Indoor Professional Bowls Championships in 2025 and 2026 with the option (at both parties agreement) to extend by one year to 2027.

Invitations will be welcomed from producers who qualify as an independent producer, within the meaning of the Broadcasting (Independent Productions) Order 1991, as amended, and can deliver a nations qualifying production in compliance with the published Ofcom criteria.

The anticipated tariff will be made available to bidders on receipt of (i) the Qualification Questionnaire (Appendix 1) (ii) a signed and dated non-disclosure agreement (Appendix 2).

Apply here.

Invitation for Expressions of Interest – FIFA World Cup 2026

FIFA is looking for interested and experienced companies to help deliver temporary infrastructure at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ (FWC2026).

FWC2026’s Stadium & Infrastructure Team has engaged BaAM Productions to procure and deliver temporary infrastructure at the tournament’s 16 stadiums. The selected suppliers will join BaAM as they endeavor to deliver a historic FWC2026.

If you think your organization can help deliver temporary infrastructure in the 16 host cities, please click on the link below to register your interest!

FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ Request for Expressions of Interest (smartsheet.com)

ICC launches ITT process for the appointment of a Marketing and Public Relations Services Partner for ICC Events 2024-2026 in South Asia


The ICC would like to invite proposals from interested and qualified applicants to create, develop and implement an integrated Marketing and PR campaign to drive global awareness for the following events:

ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 in Bangladesh

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan

ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 in India

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in India & Sri Lanka

Applicants should possess extensive experience in Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations in South Asian markets, demonstrating a proven track record of crafting successful, innovative, and captivating consumer campaigns for renowned sporting events or other significant global occasions.

Expressions of interest are sought only from organisations who have the appropriate logistical and infrastructure competence, resources and financial capability to deliver the campaign to a world-class standard.

Interested applicants should request the Invitation to Tender (ITT) document by submitting the following information by email no later than 10h00 Gulf Standard Time on Tuesday 7 May 2024 to marketingITT@icc-cricket.com with the subject line “REQUEST FOR ITT – Marketing and Public Relations Partner ICC Events 2024 to 2026, South Asia.”

All interested applicants should submit, by email, the following:

Full legal name, company number and registered address;
Full name of primary contact at the interested company and office address of primary contact (if different from the company registered address) including a phone number and an email address;
Tax Registration Number if the interested company’s registered office is in the UAE; and
Any other relevant contact information.
Once the required information is received by the ICC, interested parties will receive a Letter to Interested Parties including a Non-Disclosure Agreement for signature and return, together with further instructions, before being issued with any of the tender documents.

  • Applicants are reminded that these dates may be amended by ICC, in its absolute discretion, for whatever reason and at any time.

Associate Director Esports – IOC

About the job

Department: Sports

Contract Type: Open-ended

Activity Level: 100%

Location Switzerland (CH)

Closing date for application: 15 May 2024

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is the guardian of the Olympic Games and the leader of the Olympic Movement. A truly global organisation, it acts as a catalyst for collaboration between all Olympic stakeholders, including the athletes, the National Olympic Committees (NOCs), the International Sports Federations (IFs), Organising Committees for the Olympic Games, the Worldwide Olympic Partners and Media Rights-Holders. It also works with public and private authorities, including the United Nations and other international organisations.

If you are a professional in the ESPORTS field and the vision to build a better world through sports inspires you, this is a unique opportunity for you to become part of the Olympic Movement and join the IOC.

Associate Director Esports

Mission of the Role:

The Associate Director of Esports will spearhead the development and implementation of the esports strategy within the International Olympic Committee (IOC). This dynamic role involves leading the Olympic Esports Games’ planning and execution, supporting the IOC Esports Commission, and ensuring esports integration aligns with the IOC’s broader objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Internal Focus:
  • Champion the development of esports within the IOC, leveraging input from key stakeholders and maximizing synergies with related IOC initiatives.
  • Craft and execute a strategic, operational, and financial plan under Recommendation 9 of the Olympic Agenda 2020+5, ensuring organizational alignment and effective implementation.
  • Manage the organization and execution of the Olympic Esports Games, collaborating with IOC departments and Olympic community stakeholders.
  • Identify and lead significant esports events and activations, working closely with both internal and external partners.
  • Serve as the primary IOC advocate for Virtual Sports, gaming, and esports topics.
  • Promote internal cooperation across functions and ensure alignment at the executive level, focusing on key areas and dependencies.
  • Develop and implement marketing programs centered around esports.
  • Manage the esports-related annual budget and financial reviews in alignment with broader planning and budgeting processes.
  • Develop resources for ongoing engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide robust support to the IOC Esports Commission.
  • External Focus:
  • Build and maintain relationships with key individuals, platforms, and audiences in the esports industry to ensure the IOC remains a significant and relevant entity in the space.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and market shifts, translating these insights into strategies that benefit the IOC.
  • Spearhead partnership strategies with relevant platforms, technology providers, and influencers in the virtual sports and esports arena.
  • Manage relationships with external partners and advisors to deliver on strategic objectives.

Educational qualifications and experience and required competencies:

  • Degree in Business/Marketing or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • At least 10 years in international, multicultural, and multifunctional environments, with a minimum of 5 years in leadership roles specifically within the esports, gaming, media, or entertainment industries.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and excellent working knowledge of another language – French or Spanish…
  • Deep understanding of the esports, virtual sports, and gaming landscapes.
  • Proven track record in developing and implementing growth strategies, community engagement, and managing diverse teams across multiple locations. Demonstrated ability to drive change and lead in complex stakeholder environments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with excellent presentation skills, adept at simplifying and effectively communicating complex issues.
  • Ability to perform well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Experience with data management focusing on data acquisition and designing user journeys.

The International Olympic Committee is a not-for-profit independent organisation committed to building a better world through sport. By joining us, you become part of the Olympic Movement. You will have the opportunity to work in an international and flexible environment with people of more than 70 nationalities.

ITT for Official Data Rights Partner – ICC

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released its Invitation To Tender (ITT) for the ICC’s Official Data Rights Partner up until 2027.

The tender features 13 ICC events up until the end of 2027 and will include men’s and women’s senior and U19s events.

The applicants will have the rights to exploit ICC data rights and provide editorial support services for ICC Events, including provision of event and match preview packs and an official statistician.

This ITT is intended to attract responses from financially strong companies that have demonstrated a history of providing similar services and exploiting comparable rights with the capability to deliver to a world-class standard.

The ITT will be released today, and interested parties will need to email iccmediarights2024-2031@icc-cricket.com for further information on the tender.

Invitation To Tender for Audio Rights – ICC

The International Cricket Council (ICC) will release its Invitation To Tender (ITT) for Audio Rights for certain territories for all ICC events from 2024 to 2027.

The three available Audio Rights packages available are:

  1. Analogue Radio, Digital Radio and Audio Streaming Rights for UK and Republic of Ireland
  2. Analogue Radio, Digital Radio and Audio Streaming Rights for Australia
  3. Audio Streaming Rights for India

The ITT process also caters for bidders to opt in to produce the Audio World Feed, at its own cost, for ICC Events from 2024-2027 as follows:

  • Production of the live Audio World Feed for all matches of ICC senior men’s and women’s World Cups and for select ICC U19 men’s and women’s World Cup matches.

The Audio World Feed Producer will also have the obligation to produce the following:

  • Audio Podcasts for all ICC Events from 2024-2027
  • Audio Podcasts for each senior men’s event since 1975, including all ICC Cricket World Cups, ICC Champions Trophies, ICC T20 World Cups and the ICC World Test Championship Finals.
  • Audio Podcasts for each senior women’s event since 2012, including all ICC Cricket World Cups, and ICC T20 World Cups.

Please note that it is the intention of the ICC to stream the Audio World Feed and the Audio Podcasts on ICC’s Digital Media Assets on a global basis.

Interested bidders must have the appropriate experience, infrastructure, staffing, resources, capability, and financial standing to produce outstanding live cricket coverage.

All interested and eligible bidders should submit their interest, by email to iccmediarights2024-2031@icc-cricket.com by 31 March with the following:

  • Full corporate legal name, company number and registered office address
  • Full name of primary contact at the interested company and office address of primary contact (if different from the company registered office)

ITT for Official Social Media Partner – ICC

The International Cricket Council (ICC) will release its Invitation To Tender (ITT) for the ICC’s Official Social Media Partner from 2024 until 2027.

Following the record-breaking social media performance of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 where fans recorded 16.3 billion video views of the event on Meta platforms – 9.7 billion on Facebook and 6.6 billion on Instagram – the ICC is now starting the process for the next cycle which begins with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the USA in June.

There are three packages on offer as a part of the tender which feature up to 13 ICC events until the end of 2027 and will include men’s and women’s senior and U19s events.

ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said: “We are excited to be releasing the ITT for the ICC’s Official Social Media Partner as we continue to build the sport’s portfolio of digital and broadcast partners. The ICC’s digital platforms continue to go from strength to strength with incredible numbers of 16.3 billion video views recorded on Meta platforms for the recent Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. These numbers highlight the appetite for innovative and engaging ICC event content globally and we look forward to building on this success further in the next cycle.”

The ITT will be released today, and interested parties need to email iccmediarights2024-2031@icc-cricket.com to access the tender documents.

The social media rights tender FAQ can be found here.

ITT For Media Rights In Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka – ICC

The International Cricket Council has released its Invitation To Tender (ITT) for media rights in three territories, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka for 2024 to 2025.

Following the successful conclusion of media rights agreements in several markets including India, the United Kingdom and Ireland, the USA and Canada, Sub-Saharan Africa region, Australia and Middle East and North Africa the ICC is now starting the process in Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

In Pakistan there are two packages available combining both TV and digital rights including both men’s and women’s rights, with one TV and digital combined package available in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka respectively. The packages will be for three women’s events and three men’s events up until the end of next year.

ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said: “We are delighted to be releasing the ITT for media rights in three of cricket’s major broadcast markets in South Asia, namely Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, as we continue to build our team of broadcast partners who will take ICC events to more fans across the world.”

The ITT will be released today, and interested parties need to email iccmediarights2024-2031@icc-cricket.com to access the tender documents. Subsequent ITTs for additional markets will be released in due course.

ICC launch tender process for rights starting in 2024

The International Cricket Council will release its first Invitation To Tender (ITT) for media rights for the next cycle of ICC events starting in 2024 on Monday, 20 June. The ITT is for the Indian market only, with up to six packages available across TV only, digital only or a combination of both. 

For the first time ever, men’s and women’s rights will be sold separately, and prospective partners can bid for 16 Men’s events (over 8 years) and six Women’s events (over 4 years), totalling 362* and 103* matches respectively. Interested parties will be required to submit a bid for the first four years of men’s events. However, they also have the option of bidding for an eight-year partnership.

ICC Chief Executive Geoff Allardice said: “International cricket consistently attracts huge audiences and that is driving significant interest from broadcasters for ICC events. We have more than one billion fans that passionately follow the game globally, and they will be looking forward to seeing the best players in the world competing for cricket’s most prestigious trophies.

“There has been significant growth in interest in women’s cricket over the last five years and we have made a long-term strategic commitment to accelerate that growth and unbundling the rights for our women’s events will play a huge role in that. We are looking for a broadcast partner who is excited by the role they will play in growing the women’s game and ensuring more fans than ever before can enjoy it.”

The ITT will be released on 20 June, and interested parties need to email iccmediarights2024-2031@icc-cricket.com to access the tender documents.  A decision will be made by the ICC Board in September 2022. The ITTs for additional markets will be released following that. 

*These numbers account for ICC senior event matches only. Men’s and Women’s Under 19 CWC/T20WC matches will form a part of the tender but are in addition to these figures.

The media rights tender FAQ can be found here.