Tender

British Museum Brand and Identity Project Phase II Design

THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM

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Tender

17 Dec 2024 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Trustees of the British Museum have initiated a tender process for the "British Museum Brand and Identity Project Phase II Design," focused on design consultancy services. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 3rd February 2025. The project, based in London, falls under the industry category of services and is part of a broader effort to re-imagine the Museum’s brand and visual/vocal identity in alignment with its new vision and values established by a recent brand strategy. The tender will be conducted as an open procedure, and the successful partner will be expected to work on developing and embedding a new coherent identity for the Museum over a 270-day contract period, valued at £150,000 GBP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), specialising in design and graphic design services. The project requires innovative thinking to create a unified brand identity applicable across numerous platforms—ranging from merchandise and digital content to exhibition materials and print media. Firms with a robust portfolio in visual and vocal identity design, and those that can effectively handle the rollout and implementation of brand guidelines, will find this tender suited to their expertise. By participating, businesses have the chance to collaborate with a prestigious cultural institution, which could substantially enhance their portfolio and market reputation.

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Notice Title

British Museum Brand and Identity Project Phase II Design

Notice Description

The British Museum is embarking on a complete transformation and as part of that journey we have launched a project to review and re-imagine our brand and our visual/vocal identity. Increasing activity around the Museum's masterplan, and the arrival of a new museum Director in 2024 makes now the right moment to consider our vision and values, review our brand and move forward with a compelling new approach to how we communicate and present ourselves. The Brand and Identity Project will deliver this transformation. It is being conducted in two phases. In Phase 1 research will be conducted to understand the Museum's position in the global context followed by a brand audit leading to the creation of a brand strategy. An agency has been appointed to Phase I and work is now underway. In Phase II, which is the subject of this procurement exercise, we are looking for a partner to work with us to translate our new vision and values, and the brand strategy developed in Phase I, into a coherent and compelling visual and vocal identity. This identity should comprise a clear system that conveys the brand idea and narrative in such a way that it can be used and applied consistently to internal and external products and services, across our many audiences, locally, nationally, and globally.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This commission involved the delivery of two elements: a) New visual/vocal identity - To translate the new brand strategy into an evolved visual and vocal identity for the British Museum, one that is rooted in our vision and values. The consultant should aim to unify and consolidate our look so that it can be used and applied consistently across the entire Museum, and all our many activities. The brand should be flexible and adaptable, so it can be effortlessly used across multiple platforms - for example, a coffee cup, branded merchandise, out of home exhibition poster, event invitation, Members magazine, staff uniform, research presentation, or on our website, social and other digital platforms. b) Visual/vocal identity roll-out - To implement and embed the agreed visual and vocal identity, providing style guidelines, guidance on brand architecture, templates, toolkits, and advice on application and use. This project needs to engage Museum staff, stakeholders and audiences in a collaborative and positive way. This will give strength to the outcomes and support an authentic and compelling result. The visual/vocal identity must work for all parts of the Museum, across all activity, in all its varied contexts. Fresh and innovative thinking will help ensure that it reflects our vision and values, builds on our new brand strategy and that it presents a holistic and unified Museum persona. Full details of the scope requirements are set out in the procurement documents. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8R48YVXGR9

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c899
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040545-2024
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79415200 - Design consultancy services

79822500 - Graphic design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@britishmuseum.org
Contact Phone
+44 2073238000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1B 3DG
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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