Tender

National Trust NI - Divis - A View to the Future Project

THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY

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14 Mar 2025 at 16:56

Summary of the contracting process

The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty has initiated a procurement process for the "National Trust NI - Divis - A View to the Future Project". This project aims to improve access, enhance engagement and ensure the long-term protection of the landscape around Divis and the Black Mountain in Northern Ireland. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with a timeline including key dates such as the RFI Clarification Period closing on 4th April 2025, RFI returns due by 11th April 2025, and the main contract anticipated to commence around August/September 2025. This procurement falls under the construction industry category with a gross value of £2,500,000 and follows an open competition method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction work, particularly those with experience in complex projects and site management close to public areas. The procurement seeks suppliers with strong capability and relevant experience to deliver the capital works associated with the project. This project can facilitate business growth by acquiring major contracts and enhancing the firm's portfolio of high-profile projects. Firms looking to participate should be prepared to meet various evaluation criteria, including technical ability, market solutions offered, and comprehensive management and communication plans. Potential suppliers are encouraged to register their interest and access the tender pack via the Proactis Plaza portal.

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Notice Title

National Trust NI - Divis - A View to the Future Project

Notice Description

Divis - A View to the Future Project has been made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we are improving access, enhancing engagement and ensuring the long-term protection of this unique landscape. This Request for Information (RFI) sets out the Trust's situation and objectives in respect of the "Divis - A View to the Future Project". The proposed works within this project lie across Divis and the Black Mountain, Northern Ireland, with four main areas of focus at the visitor hub and entrance from Divis Road, the Summit, the boardwalk south of Divis masts, and the existing farm track connecting the eastern side of the site to the Glencairn Road. Out with these areas, elements of signage and interpretation are required along the walking trails. The RFI seeks initial information from a range of suppliers as to possible solutions, capacity, capability and relevant experience. This two-stage procurement process is for the appointment of a Main Contractor / Principal Contractor to deliver the construction works associated with capital works outlined in the tender pack. Tender Timeline Event Anticipated Dates Request for Information (RFI) issued 14th March 2025 RFI Clarification Period Closes 4th April 2025 (12pm) Return of RFI 11th April 2025 (12pm) Request for Proposal (RFP) issued 28th April 2025 RFP Clarification Period Closes 2nd June 2025 (12pm) Return of RFP 9th June 2025 (12pm) Award Contract July 2025 Contract Start August/September 2025 Register your interest to access the tender pack via the Proactis portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Additional works if identified during the course of the project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ed85
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009539-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 1 May 2026 6-12 months
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 NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@nationaltrust.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
KEMBLE DRIVE
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

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