Award

Priory House Exhibition & Interpretation Design Team Tender

DUNSTABLE TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

19 May 2025 at 09:38

TenderAmendment

20 Mar 2025 at 13:18

TenderAmendment

20 Feb 2025 at 12:16

Tender

27 Jan 2025 at 15:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Priory House Exhibition & Interpretation Design Team Tender was conducted by Dunstable Town Council. This project focuses on developing exhibition and interpretation displays for the re-opening of Priory House, located in Dunstable, England. Categorised under Architectural, Construction, Engineering, and Inspection Services (CPV 71000000), the procurement method employed was an open procedure above the threshold. The tender phase, now completed, was out for submissions until 24th February 2025, with the contract awarded on 1st May 2025. The substantial contract, valued at £159,200, is set to run from 2nd June 2025 through to 1st April 2027. The award was given to The Creative Core Group Ltd, highlighting the project's completion stage as of the award date of 19th May 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in architectural and interpretation services, particularly those experienced in working with heritage and exhibition sectors. Companies with expertise in lead interpretation, exhibition design, and audio-visual technologies will find this contract an excellent avenue for business growth. Additionally, SMEs in architectural and engineering services should consider engaging with such procurement opportunities to expand their portfolio and demonstrate their capability in handling bespoke joinery, lighting design, and AV content within historical settings. The involvement with Dunstable Town Council provides a reputable precedent for future projects in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Priory House Exhibition & Interpretation Design Team Tender

Notice Description

Dunstable Town Council seeks a specialist Consultant to work with the Council, the existing design team and other stakeholders to develop and deliver the interpretation and exhibition displays for the re-opening of Priory House. * Lead Interpretation Consultant * Lead exhibition design * Lighting design * Audio-visual (AV) software brief development * Audio-visual (AV) hardware specification * Graphic design The 'Interpretation and Exhibition' is to comprise: * Development of the Interpretation Plan * Bespoke joinery to reveal wall paintings - to be developed alongside the conservation architect * Specialist lighting design for all exhibition the display areas * Audio-visual (AV) content * Audio-visual (AV) hardware * Graphics * Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) supporting services. A separate MEP contractor is working on the scheme, but there would be a requirement for the exhibition works to have input into the overarching MEP plan, in particular specifying any specific electric and data cabling requirements and locations. * Structural considerations in connection with the exhibition works i.e. any specific structural fixings for the wall paintings required to support the exhibition installations * Input into management and maintenance plan update (Heritage Fund requirement) Information to be included within the Tender Submission * Tender Response Form (Appendix B) Including: Outline methodology Three relevant case studies to demonstrate your suitability for this contract CVs of the key personnel included within your proposed team and team structure Copies of Profession Indemnity, Public Liability and Employer's Liability Insurance certificates Copies of the following policies (if you are able provide): * Health & Safety Policy * Equality Policy * Environmental & Biodiversity Policy * Environmental & Biodiversity Management response Tenders must be submitted by no later than 12pm on 24th February 2025. Queries should be made to Becky Wisbey via email to info@dunstable.gov.uk and submissions made only to accounts@dunstable.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-52f96d4b-cfc8-4b10-a265-aed994869cea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1657f85-85f2-4dc7-871e-48420bf72a23
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£159,200 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 1 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUNSTABLE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Becky Wisbey
Contact Email
info@dunstable.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01582513000

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNSTABLE
Postcode
LU6 1NF
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Dunstable East
Westminster Constituency
Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE CREATIVE CORE GROUP

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