Tender

Middlehaven Model Digitalisation

MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Aug 2025 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

Middlesbrough Council is currently inviting tenders for the "Middlehaven Model Digitalisation" project, which seeks to appoint a consultant to create a 3D interactive walkthrough of the Middlehaven neighbourhood's historical model. The project focuses on digital and creative sector innovations with the aim of reimagining the Old Town Hall as a modern office venue. The tender falls under the industry categories of IT services and business consultancy, among others, and is located in Middlesbrough, UKC12. This procurement is in the tender stage, with submissions due by 1st September 2025. The procurement is managed as an open competition under a below-threshold category, with a contract period starting on 1st October 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in digital visualisation, audio techniques, and immersive experiences, particularly those specialising in cultural and social heritage projects. It is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs in the digital and creative industries looking to expand their portfolio and impact. With an emphasis on quality, price, and social value, businesses that can propose innovative, high-quality solutions while delivering social benefits will find this opportunity particularly beneficial for growth and development. The contract is worth £50,000, and the awarded solution will serve as a critical engagement tool for public interaction and historical education in Middlesbrough.

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Notice Title

Middlehaven Model Digitalisation

Notice Description

Middlesbrough Council is seeking quotations to appoint a suitable consultant to create a 3D interactive 'walk through' of Steve Waller's Middlehaven model to allow users to experience an immersive virtual visit through the neighbourhood as was. The consultant will be required to bring to life the Middlehaven model utilising a range of digital visual and audio techniques to support the reimagining of the Old Town Hall (OTH) in Middlehaven. The Grade II asset is to be transformed into a high-quality office venue for the expanding Digital and Creative sector in Middlesbrough and the model will be used as a key engagement tool for the wider public. This invitation is to submit an inclusive fee to reflect the work required for delivering a high quality, immersive 'walk through' of the neighbourhood as was. The 3D digitalisation will create accessibility to the model and bring to life a period of the town's social and cultural history allowing users to take a digitally immersive walk back in time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0588c9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049075-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

48 - Software package and information systems

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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


CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

48000000 - Software package and information systems

64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 1 Apr 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
MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@middlesbrough.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS1 9FT
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC12 South Teesside

Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Newport
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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