Tender

GB-Manchester: ACE 636 ITT - Collections Care Adviser to Government Indemnity Scheme (GIS)

ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND

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Tender

15 Oct 2024 at 12:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Arts Council England is seeking bids for the "GB-Manchester: ACE 636 ITT - Collections Care Adviser to Government Indemnity Scheme (GIS)" contract, which falls under the consultancy services category for environmental issues (CPV 90713000). This procurement process is currently in the tender stage. The contract is open to various locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and the British Oversea Territories, with an estimated contract value between £50,000 to £100,000. The tender period closes on 14th November 2024 at 12:00 PM, and the contract is set to commence on 1st March 2025, running until 31st March 2029. The method of procurement is an open procedure, and SMEs are encouraged to apply.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses in the cultural sector, particularly those specialising in museum and exhibition consultancy and preventive conservation. Businesses with experience in heritage collections care and adherence to international standards will find this contract particularly advantageous. The chance to offer consultancy to a national scheme like the Government Indemnity Scheme can enhance credibility and expand business portfolios. Sole traders, SMEs, and larger organisations that align with the tender requirements are well-suited to compete, offering potential growth and industry recognition.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Manchester: ACE 636 ITT - Collections Care Adviser to Government Indemnity Scheme (GIS)

Notice Description

ACE requires an advice service to act as Collections Care Adviser (previous contract was called Environmental Adviser), to the Government Indemnity Scheme (GIS). Bids are welcomed from both sole traders, SME's as well as larger organisations. We would expect the successful applicant to have relevant and current experience of working within the cultural sector in particular museums and exhibitions, and within preventive conservation, to provide credibility to the advice given in support of a national scheme. The successful applicant must have experience of applying collections care/preventative conservation in heritage collections and an understanding of current/emerging international standards e.g. BIZOT. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be5d1638-c17f-44a6-85f4-6eac5423f632
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND
Contact Name
Lauren Donati
Contact Email
procurement.services@artscouncil.org.uk
Contact Phone
+441619344317

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 1FN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

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