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R063 - Captain Cook Digital Interactives

MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL

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01 Sep 2025 at 10:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process entitled "R063 - Captain Cook Digital Interactives," driven by Middlesbrough Council, is set within the services category, specifically focusing on digital and IT-related services. Situated in Middlesbrough, UKC12 region, the contract centres around developing interactive digital installations at the Captain Cook Birthplace Museum. With the backing of Arts Council England's Museum Renewal Fund expected in September 2025, the procurement stage has been marked as complete. The procedure utilised a direct procurement method, executed below the threshold without competition. The contract was awarded to Teesside University, a large-scale supplier, with essential dates including a contract start on 1st November 2025 and conclusion by 31st January 2026.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities, especially for businesses specialising in IT services, software development, and the creation of digital experiences. Companies similar to Teesside University, known for their technological expertise and capacity to deliver sophisticated digital solutions, stand well-positioned to engage in such projects. The focus on enhancing visitor experiences through cutting-edge technology aligns with the growing market demand for interactive and digital content providers, making it a lucrative avenue for market entrants dedicated to the cultural and educational sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

R063 - Captain Cook Digital Interactives

Notice Description

Through funding due to be received in September 2025, from Arts Council England Museum Renewal Fund we have received funding to develop the business/offer at Captain Cook Birthplace Museum. This commission will allow us to continue to work with Teesside University to develop, design and install digital interactives that will elevate the visitor experience, improve visitor satisfaction in hope to increase return visitors.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05911f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052731-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,333 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Newport
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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