BBC Media Action

England

UEI
R4MCLXNCK5F4
CAGE
KCRY1
Primary NAICS
517810 All Other Telecommunications
SAM.gov registration
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Company facts

Self-certified in SAM.gov
  • Other Not For Profit Organization
Entity structure
Other
NAICS codes registered in SAM.gov
SAM.gov registration date
Physical address
Broadcasting House, Portland Pl, London W1A 1AA, UK
Website
bbc.co.uk
Founded
1922
Employees
10K-50K
Estimated annual revenue
$1B-$10B
Industry
  1. Consumer Discretionary
  2. Media
  3. Broadcasting
SIC code
48 Communications
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Recent federal awards

About BBC Media Action

BBC Media Action is a global public service broadcaster that specializes in using media and communication to support development and humanitarian efforts worldwide. The organization receives federal contract and grant awards from various U.S. government agencies to provide services such as media production, surveys, data collection, and capacity building. BBC Media Action's work focuses on areas like combating human trafficking, promoting democracy and human rights, and supporting humanitarian initiatives across multiple countries.

Through federal contracts, BBC Media Action has provided media survey services to the Department of State's Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs. In September 2023, the organization was awarded a $299,968 firm-fixed-price purchase order to conduct mobile surveillance and collect data in Afghanistan from September 2023 through July 2024. This contract supports the Bureau's programs in the region and was awarded through an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity media support contract vehicle. BBC Media Action has also served as a subcontractor to DAI Global LLC, providing media-related services under a USAID contract. These contract awards demonstrate the organization's capabilities in conducting media surveys, data collection, and analysis to support U.S. government programs in various regions.

BBC Media Action has received numerous federal grants to support its work in various countries. The organization was awarded a $750,000 grant from the Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics Law Enforcement to combat sex trafficking in Nigeria through media production. Other grants include $100,000 from the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs to produce content for young people in Algeria, and $987,654 from the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor to combat religious discrimination and promote social inclusion in Myanmar. BBC Media Action also received a grant to produce a podcast series on climate-friendly practices in India. The organization has participated in sub-grants supporting humanitarian efforts in Bangladesh and Somalia, working with partners such as the Norwegian Refugee Council, International Rescue Committee, and Creative Associates International. These grants typically fall under programs like International Programs to Combat Human Trafficking, Public Diplomacy Programs, and International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.

Quick answers

What is BBC Media Action's UEI?

BBC Media Action's Unique Entity ID (UEI) in SAM.gov is R4MCLXNCK5F4.

What is BBC Media Action's CAGE code?

BBC Media Action's CAGE code is KCRY1.

What is BBC Media Action's primary NAICS code?

BBC Media Action's primary NAICS code is 517810 (All Other Telecommunications).

Where is BBC Media Action located?

BBC Media Action's physical address in SAM.gov is Broadcasting House, Portland Pl, London W1A 1AA, UK.

Is BBC Media Action registered in SAM.gov?

Yes. BBC Media Action's SAM.gov registration is active through October 17, 2026.

What is BBC Media Action's most recent federal award?

BBC Media Action's most recent federal grant award is Mirsal is a new five-year activity focused on strengthening information and media integrity in libya. The initiative… (72067024CA00002), from US Mission in Libya, on September 27, 2024.

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