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IA2097 Staffordshire Countryside Explorer - Heritage Interpretation Project

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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25 Mar 2026 at 15:47

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09 Jun 2021 at 16:08

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09 Jun 2021 at 15:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Staffordshire County Council has issued a contract for the "IA2097 Staffordshire Countryside Explorer - Heritage Interpretation Project" aimed at enhancing the interpretation material across three country parks. The contract, conducted through an open procedure, is segmented into three lots, allowing bidders to submit offers for one, two, or all three components. The procurement process is classified under graphic design services, with additional focus on information film production. The tender, now in the award stage as of March 2026, was initially published in June 2021. Key deadlines included the closing of the tender period by 30th June 2021, with the contract period set from 7th July to 3rd September 2021. The project is financially supported by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development, ensuring the completion of awarded lots by September 2021.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in design, multimedia content creation, and equipment supply, particularly those adept at securing funding for rural development projects. It is well-suited for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), accommodating their capacity to deliver specialised graphic design and multimedia services. Companies with experience in developing heritage trail materials, interactive exhibits, and audio units for outdoor use can leverage this opportunity to expand their market presence in the United Kingdom and beyond, including the Isle of Man, Guernsey, and Jersey. Successful bidders, FDA Design Ltd and The Way Design, demonstrate the project's openness to multiple business partnerships and collaborative initiatives within the creative industries.

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Notice Title

IA2097 Staffordshire Countryside Explorer - Heritage Interpretation Project

Notice Description

Staffordshire County Council is looking to have new interpretation materiaIs designed and installed across three of its country parks, and along a walking route between two of those sites. The contract has been split into three 'Lots' and applicants can respond to one, two or all three Lots. Lot 1 relates to the design, production and installation of site map panels and site interpretation panels, and the design and print of a route guide leaflet for a new heritage trail route at Greenway Bank Country Park. Lot 2 relates to the design, production and installation of site map panels and site interpretation panels, and the design and print of a route guide leaflet along a new 'Chase2Water' walking route across and between Cannock Chase Country Park and Chasewater Country Park. Lot 3 includes the design, production and installation of themed indoor interpretation panels inside the visitor centres at Cannock Chase and Chasewater Country Parks, and the design and production of some initial interactive multimedia content about the country parks for visitors, to be installed on interactive kiosks inside those visitor centres. Lot 3 also includes the design and production of content for some outdoor audio units. The contractor for Lot 3 is expected to supply the associated hardware / software from which visitors can access the multimedia and audio content from. The project is supported by external funding from the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) and any Lots awarded must be completed by September 2021.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/324791c2-ccd9-42ce-9be3-5cbb4b51a8d1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

79822500 - Graphic design services

92111250 - Information film production

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£84,504 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2021 - 3 Sep 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

FDA DESIGN

THE WAY DESIGN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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