I decided to make a new topic and spin off the “Christmas is cancelled” thread we are currently putting everything in, as that was mixing the bad news with the good.
Below is everything we’ve said since we found out there was an official tender process in the works. This is great news! Let the speculation run wild.
Let’s do it! TG Productions is going to be the new production company. But first, we’re gonna disagree forever on which one of us should be the showrunner…
Not that it should be a difficult decision. I’m obviously your man!
What are you talking about clearly we’re hiring @FumblingFoamasi but only for like two episodes a season so he can be the new Moffat and then you are producer, @JacksonLakeMc17 is script editor and I’m Mark Gatiss in that I churn out one or two highly mediocre episodes a season but I do so with a straight face and a lot of confidence
Firstly we all have to move to Wales to qualify for their preferred regional production location.
As long as you give me an opportunity to write a historical episode, I’m in
Suits me, I hear Wales is a nice place!
The contract is for a multi-episodic series (including specials) for transmission in 2028/29
Well wilderness years 2.0 didn’t last as long as I thought it would!
Do we change the title of the topic to there is news
We are flexible in the way the series is structured i.e. serialised or ‘story-of-the-week’ and the number of episodes which make up the series.
Interesting.
Iconic, established villains are a mainstay of the series over 60 years and we invite you to use them, but we will want to begin to get an understanding of the original characters, aliens and themes that producers wish to bring to the show and are keen not to be overly reliant on existing Doctor Who lore.
So what they’re saying is, they COULD bring the iconic Doctor Who villain Cat back for the epic series finale…
Cat 
I’ve just skim-read the document - the results of the tender process will be announced in March 2027. That’s the key date for more news! Only 6 months away…
Have the BBC been reading this forum? Quick, let’s all talk about how they need to bring back Gallifrey!
We are flexible in the way the series is structured i.e. serialised or ‘story-of-the-week’ and the number of episodes which make up the series.
So we could get a Flux-like series, a return to 13+ episodes per season, or multiple Classic-style serials per series, maybe in the style of the Key to Time if we still need a season arc. This sounds amazing already.
The series should feel contemporary, and creatively ambitious, whilst remaining true to the values and characteristics that have made Doctor Who a beloved series across generations.
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We see this pitch as an exciting opportunity to innovate and surprise us.
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Iconic, established villains are a mainstay of the series over 60 years and we invite you to use them, but we will want to begin to get an understanding of the original characters, aliens and themes that producers wish to bring to the show and are keen not to be overly reliant on existing Doctor Who lore. We are looking for a new perspective that ensures Doctor Who remains relevant, surprising, brave and inspiring for both long-standing fans and new audiences.
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We encourage innovative approaches to production, world-building, visual effects, and storytelling that maximise the scale and emotional impact of the Doctor Who universe.
I don’t know if it’s just me, but there seems to be a lot of emphasis on innovation. So hopefully we don’t get another Omega/Sutekh situation where a jumping on point ends up relying heavily on old lore.
I was thinking that was ages away, but gosh, I didn’t realise it was September already. Feels like it’s still May 
is it not that it’ll be decided by March 2027? Could be a while after until they make a public announcement!
(I could be wrong, I only skim read it myself)
My “only 6 months away…” was half-sarcastic to be fair, on the one hand, we are closer to hearing about the outcome of the tender than The Reality War or the Christmas Special announcement, on the other, it is 180(ish) whole days 
(and that’s before they even get started on production for a new series)
No, it does say there will be an announcement then too!
Ah cool!
(I did say “I could be wrong” — its always quicker to just assume I am wrong )
Is it just me or is that tineline pretty ambitious? I would have thought it would take longer to get a modern production off the ground. Especially Doctor Who with its incredably varied sets and episodes
I totally agree. Slightly worried things will get rushed and not be as good as they could be with this plan…
I guess Bad Wolf managed a simmilar timeframe, but RTD and other executive producers were experienced with the show. But I struggle to see the new S1 being full length if we really target 2029. Which is fine, I just dont see the rush.
My main concern is that that timeframe would turn companies away, even if the BBC might be open to negotiations. But the BBC should have a better idea how long is needed than me
True, but I do share your concerns. I suppose if they’re keen to get it back on the screens this quickly, it explains why they didn’t want to delay everything by an extra six months by letting the mythical Christmas special go ahead!
