Tender

Architectural Services- Royal Observatory Greenwich

NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM

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Tender

03 Aug 2021 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The National Maritime Museum in London is seeking architectural services through a selective tender for the "Architectural Services- Royal Observatory Greenwich" project. This process is currently active, with the deadline for tender submissions set for 2 September 2021. The procurement, categorised under architectural and related services (CPV code 71200000), aims to engage a chartered architectural practice with substantial experience in heritage architecture within a World Heritage Site. The contract is valued at £450,000 and spans from 4 January 2022 to 9 September 2024, focusing on developing innovative solutions to enhance the visitor experience at the Royal Observatory Greenwich.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in architecture, heritage conservation, and multidisciplinary project management. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in leading complex design projects, particularly those involving listed buildings and sensitive historical environments, would be well-suited to compete. Successful applicants will also have the chance to collaborate with other specialists, such as structural engineers and consultants, to create a comprehensive proposal that meets the unique challenges of this prestigious project.

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Notice Title

Architectural Services- Royal Observatory Greenwich

Notice Description

We require the services of a chartered architectural practice, with extensive experience in Heritage architecture within a World Heritage Site, to deliver an architectural proposition for the Royal Observatory Greenwich. The practice will form and lead a multidisciplinary team which will develop an innovative solution to maximise the available footprint; improve site access and enhance the overall visitor experience of the ROG. The solution could include a new build element located adjacent to the Planetarium and listed South Building. The practice would act as Lead Consultant and Principal Designer on the architectural base build.

Lot Information

Lot 1

We require the services of a chartered architectural practice, with extensive experience in Heritage architecture within a World Heritage Site, to deliver an architectural proposition for the Royal Observatory Greenwich. The practice will form and lead a multidisciplinary team which will develop an innovative solution to maximise the available footprint; improve site access and enhance the overall visitor experience of the ROG. The solution could include a new build element located adjacent to the Planetarium and listed South Building. The practice would: *Act as Lead Consultant and Principal Designer on the architectural base build. Specialist fit-out designers for galleries, retail and catering will be appointed separately by RMG. *Help develop and respond to the brief with innovative solutions which address the problems and needs identified therein. *Lead a multidisciplinary team (to include QS, Structural engineer, M&E consultant, Fire system consultant etc) to develop a RIBA Stage 2 Concept plan capable of securing 'in principle' support from Historic England, RB Greenwich and other key stakeholders. *Provide a Concept cost plan, identifying a phased delivery of individual elements. If RMG wish to proceed through RIBA Planning and Construction phases, the lead consultant will also: *Provide fully co-ordinated design services with external design teams. *Act as Contract Administrator. *Act as Employers Agent. The Royal Observatory Greenwich is a Scheduled Monument and consists of a series of Grade I, II* and II listed buildings, a courtyard with the meridian line marked within it, a planetarium, galleries and learning spaces, ticketing areas, shops, a cafe, visitor amenities, offices, meeting rooms and other back of house and external spaces all located within the Greenwich Park Conservation Area, Grade I Registered Park and Garden of Special Historic Interest. Additional information: The contract value is based on an initial construction estimate of PS4.5million and is subject to the architectural proposals successfully proceeding through the RIBA stages and all necessary approvals and funding being in place. NB: THE PERIOD OF WORK STATED IS DEPENDENT ON THE PROJECT PASSING THROUGH THE RIBA STAGES AND ALL NECESSARY APPROVALS.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02d00d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018591-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71200000 - Architectural and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2022 - 9 Sep 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM
Contact Name
Sue Kennedy
Contact Email
skennedy@rmg.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2083126629

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE10 9NF
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Greenwich
Electoral Ward
Greenwich Park
Westminster Constituency
Greenwich and Woolwich

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