Tender

Photography Centre Phase 2 Base Build Architect

VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM

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Tender

20 May 2019 at 13:58

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Victoria and Albert Museum is currently inviting tenders for the "Photography Centre Phase 2 Base Build Architect" project. Situated in Kensington, London, this opportunity falls under the architectural design services category and is part of the museum’s initiative to enhance public understanding of photography. The tender is at the active phase and is conducted through an open procurement method, with the application deadline set for 17th June 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 15th July 2019 and will run until 1st March 2022.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for architectural firms, particularly those specialising in public and cultural projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to compete due to the nature of the project, which requires qualified architects capable of integrating modern design with historical context. Businesses that can demonstrate relevant experience in large-scale architectural projects and a clear understanding of the requirements for museum environments will thrive in this competitive process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Photography Centre Phase 2 Base Build Architect

Notice Description

The V&A is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Base Build Architect to join the design team for Phase 2 of the Photography Gallery project. The overall purpose is to create a state-of-the-art International Photography Centre at the V&A, to improve public understanding of the history of photography and its techniques. Phase 1 has been delivered and encompasses rooms 99, 100 & 101. Phase 2 is now commencing. The design for the second phase of the Photography Centre comprises of rooms 95, 96, 97 and 98, a new roof to the Tapestry Gallery (room 94) and a large amount of M&E upgrade / replacement works. These spaces will join Phase 1 to complete and reopen the suite of rooms originally designed and built in the 1860s. It is important that there is coherence across the spaces associated with Phases 1 and 2 of the Photography Centre. This contract is for the Base Build elements of Phase 2 only. A separate competition will follow for the gallery fit out design.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bf689576-f631-430a-9eb6-b3711b169241
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99617f87-4654-4eb7-8484-e3eaba527b56
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jul 2019 - 1 Mar 2022 2-3 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
VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENSINGTON
Postcode
SW7 2RL
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

Further Information

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