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North Uist 'Arainneachd Alainn' Environment Centre - Design and Installation

NORTH UIST DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

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28 Mar 2022 at 14:36

Tender

27 Jul 2021 at 17:14

TenderUpdate

17 Feb 2021 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the North Uist Development Company, which is seeking services for the design and installation of the “Àrainneachd Àlainn” Environment Centre. Set in the Outer Hebrides, specifically in North Uist, the project falls under the specialty design services category. The tender, currently in the Planning stage, has a budget of £84,000 and has been funded by the Islands Green Recovery Programme. Important dates include the initial contract period from February 19, 2021, to May 31, 2021, and a deadline for tender submissions on February 26, 2021. The process follows an open procurement method to encourage a wide range of applicants.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the fields of interior design, exhibition design, and project management, particularly those familiar with community-oriented projects. Companies that specialise in innovative design, including interactive and environmentally friendly installations, will be well-suited to compete. Furthermore, businesses with experience in working in rural and remote areas could bring valuable insights to this initiative, contributing to its aim of becoming an educational and tourism hub within the local community.

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Notice Title

North Uist 'Arainneachd Alainn' Environment Centre - Design and Installation

Notice Description

Arainneachd Alainn Community Hub and Environment Centre aims to provide a focal point for the local community and visitors; acting as a welcoming gathering place, an innovative incubator for learning and enterprise and, an inspirational environmentally conscious heart of the Outer Hebrides to educate and conserve the unique local environment for generations into the future. This project specifically relates to the Environment Centre which is to be located in the former sports hall/assembly room of the building (the former Lochmaddy Primary School). This will be a new innovative facility showcasing the unique natural environment of the Uists and Barra, providing tourism information, a new visitor attraction and, acting as an educational engagement point highlighting the importance of conservation practices for future generations. This will also act as a base for #voluntourism as well as, incorporating a bouldering rock wall to encourage active outdoor lifestyles and environmental interaction in the comfort of an indoor setting. The project will incorporate: Interior design, exhibition design, graphic design of the Environment Centre; management of the Installation and, construction of the Environment Centre exhibition space, including: removal of any temporary fixtures, doors and lighting (we will take advice on flooring); replacement of lighting, doors (floor if advised and within budget), repair any plasterboard or wall damage, paint out; create storage cupboard to enable storage of temporary displays; erection of bouldering wall; create and install exhibition displays. Funding has been received from the Islands Green Recovery Programme to design and construct the Environment Centre. The budget is 84,000 GBP including VAT, as North Uist Development Company is not VAT registered.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The project aims to complete the following, 1. Interior design, exhibition design, graphic design of the Environment Centre. Options to be provided to the Board of Directors via an online meeting for a decision on final design. 2. Management of the Installation and attendance at site meetings. 3. Construction of the Environment Centre exhibition space, including: removal of any temporary fixtures, doors and lighting (we will take advice on flooring); replacement of lighting, doors (floor if advised and within budget), repair any plasterboard or wall damage, paint out; create storage cupboard to enable storage of temporary displays; erection of bouldering wall; create and install exhibition displays. Criteria for the exhibition displays: 1. The exhibition displays and material should be suitable for all age groups, cultures, genders and accessible to all; operating on the basis of equal opportunities. 2. The Scottish Gaelic language should be considered. 3. This is to be an exciting innovative exhibition space, as a showcase of what can be achieved, so needs to be bright, modern, and immediately enticing for visitors. Therefore, the design should be bold, and stand out from other exhibition spaces. We are not looking for a few posters on a wall - be creative! 4. Natural materials should be incorporated; following the environmental ethos of the development. 5. The exhibition displays should be movable and/or designed with the ability to foldaway, so the space can be used for other purposes if necessary. 6. The displays should be multi-sensory and interactive i.e. different tactile materials, puzzles to challenge both children and adults, sounds, lights. The exhibition should be immersive and engaging, raise thoughts and questions and, even inspire innovation! Your tender must include the following sections: 1. An Introduction including a short summary (max 1 page) of your business/ organisation in the context of our specific requirements for this contract, detailing how your experience qualifies you to carry out this work. 2. An overview of your understanding of the brief and what is required, including the creative design approach, your understanding of work in a small remote rural community and your experience of similar projects. 3. A creative and project method statement, including details of how the deliverables will achieved. 4. Assessment and mitigation of any challenges and risks identified in delivering the project. This should consider potential impacts of further COVID-19 restrictions with proposals on how this could be managed. 5. Details of the proposed project team that will undertake the work. This should include individual responsibilities (including level of involvement), qualifications and any professional memberships, skills and experience (including past projects carried out which have relevance to this project). 6. The total fixed price breakdown of fees and any associated costs. The cost should accurately reflect all charges. The pricing proposal should also consider provision for expenses, if necessary. All costs need to be inclusive of VAT. NUDC is not VAT-registered. The contract is fixed at 84,000 GBP inclusive of VAT and expenses.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-028f0e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008313-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

39154000 - Exhibition equipment

45212310 - Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions

45212312 - Exhibition centre construction work

71220000 - Architectural design services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

79421100 - Project-supervision services other than for construction work

79421200 - Project-design services other than for construction work

79930000 - Specialty design services

79932000 - Interior design services

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£84,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£84,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
19 Feb 2021 - 31 May 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH UIST DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
Contact Name
Dr Ameena Camps
Contact Email
nudc@isleofnorthuist.com
Contact Phone
+44 7729832686

Buyer Location

Locality
ISLE OF NORTH UIST
Postcode
HS6 5EP
Post Town
Outer Hebrides
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar

Local Authority
Na h-Eileanan Siar
Electoral Ward
Uibhist a Tuath
Westminster Constituency
Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DA CAPO

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