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Project Heritage Master Plan Bid Writer

THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL

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07 Nov 2024 at 13:02

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Summary of the contracting process

Thetford Town Council (TTC) is seeking a consultant to develop a Heritage Masterplan Bid for the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) funding application. The title of the procurement is "Project Heritage Master Plan Bid Writer" situated in Thetford, Norfolk. This contract, worth up to £20,000 including expenses and VAT, aims to focus on key heritage sites within Thetford such as St Peters Church, Kings House, Charles Burrell Museum, and the Ancient Museum. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase with a deadline for submissions on 9th December 2024. The project is scheduled to start in January 2025 and conclude by May 2025. The procurement method is an open procedure, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), under the category of Research and Development services and related consultancy services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses with demonstrable experience in securing major project funding from the NLHF, specifically for projects exceeding £1 million. Companies with a sound understanding of NLHF investment principles and experience working with a variety of partners and funders will find this tender particularly advantageous. The successful consultant will be critical in helping to secure and structure funding for an ambitious heritage project, enabling engagement with local, regional, and national audiences. This project is well-suited to consultancy firms with a track record of delivering value through strategic bid writing and risk management in the heritage sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project Heritage Master Plan Bid Writer

Notice Description

Heritage Masterplan - Bid Writer Thetford Town Council Up to PS20,000 (incl expenses and VAT if applicable) Contract Start Date: Dec 24/Jan 25 Thetford Town Council (TTC) is a Town Council on the edge of Norfolk with ambitious plans to utilise and improve its heritage within Thetford. In November 2022 TTC received funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) to undertake a study of possible heritage projects in Thetford. This piece of work was completed in Feb 24 and identified possible projects for inclusion in a formal bid for funding from NLHF. Copies of this document can be requested from the contact set out below. Following on from this work, the Council has decided to focus the next stage of its development of a Heritage Masterpan on St Peters Church, Kings House (owned by the G.W. Staniforth Charity. TTC is the sole Trustee.), Charles Burrell Museum and the Ancient Museum (the latter two organisations are separate entities to TTC). We are looking for a consultant with significant demonstrable experience in securing NLHF delivery funding and match funding for major projects. You will have a sound understanding of the NLHF investment principles and application process for projects over PS1m, experience of working with a wide range of partners and funders and have the capacity and flexibility to commence the assignment in January 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to develop an NLHF bid for an innovative heritage project to engage local, regional, and national audiences with a Heritage Masterplan for Thetford. The plan focuses on several important heritage sites including TTC which is looking to award a contract for an appropriately experienced Bid Writer for its NLHF grant application. This grant is for a significant Heritage project linked to properties owned by TTC as well as those owned by third parties, together with match funding applications as required for the project's delivery costs. Applications should be sent to: townclerk@thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk. CVs are not accepted as applications. Tenders should take the form of a short written proposal (max 10 sides of A4) setting out: * Your interest in undertaking this assignment. * Relevant skills, knowledge and experience. * A list of recent relevant projects quoting client, service provided and approximate contract value. * How you would add value to the project. * Your thoughts on the key risks and challenges for the project. * Your proposed methodology and lump sum fee to undertake the work including all expenses and VAT if applicable. Please identify fees, travel, and other expenses separately and specify your day and hourly rate and how many days you have included for within your fee bid proposal. * Details of two referees for whom you have conducted similar services over the past five years. * A statement to indicate how you will ensure the contract is completed in the event of unforeseen problems such as health issues or competing contracts.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
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Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jan 2025 - 1 May 2025 1-6 months
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
THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
THETFORD
Postcode
IP24 2DS
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Breckland
Electoral Ward
Thetford Castle
Westminster Constituency
South West Norfolk

Further Information

Notice Documents

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