Tender

National Trust - NI - Giant's Causeway: Interpretation Design & Management Services

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

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Tender

15 Dec 2025 at 15:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Trust is seeking a team to develop a new interpretative installation within the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre in Northern Ireland, with a focus on multimedia equipment, projectors, and construction work. This tender, published on 15th December 2025, is currently active and conducted via an open procedure. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 21st January 2026. Notable deadlines include the clarification deadline on 13th January 2026 and appointment and contract start on 4th February 2026. Stage 1 is expected to be completed by 21st May 2026, with delivery finishing by 31st October 2026. The contract has an estimated value of £340,000 and is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in multimedia equipment and construction within the UK, particularly those with experience or interest in developing interpretative installations. The project offers a chance to contribute to an iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site, potentially elevating the profile of participating businesses. Enterprises capable of delivering high-quality setworks, hardware, and software solutions that integrate myth and earth science themes while promoting conservation can find growth opportunities in this endeavour. The procurement method allows open access for interested participants, making it ideal for SMEs aiming to expand their portfolio in prestigious projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

National Trust - NI - Giant's Causeway: Interpretation Design & Management Services

Notice Description

The National Trust wishes to commission a team to develop a new interpretative installation within the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre, Northern Ireland. The installation is expected to include new setworks and hardware / software solutions to showcase specifically commissioned new content that will connect multiple themes, including myth and earth science, while providing an inspirational message regarding the conservation of this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site. Timescales Indicative milestones: * Tender Period Ends- 21st January 2026 * Clarification Deadline - 13th January 2026 * Appointment- 4th February 2026 * Stage 1 complete / Submission of Fixed Price- 21st May 2026 Stage 2- Delivery must be completed by 31st October 2026 The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions. Tender documents are available on the Proactis Portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d53c692e-22d8-4280-957b-a93416bc6d2c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/217351b3-b833-4124-974b-32fa1c956b43
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

32322000 - Multimedia equipment

38652100 - Projectors

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 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
THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 2NA
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Mannington and Western
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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