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Refurbishment of Swansea University Egypt Centre (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), PM-led Design

SWANSEA UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Swansea University pertains to the "Refurbishment of Swansea University Egypt Centre (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), PM-led Design", located at their Singleton Park campus in Swansea. This tender falls under the services category, specifically targeting museum construction work and related architectural services, with a broader emphasis on cultural services. The procurement has advanced to the award stage as of 28 August 2025, signifying the project's progression beyond the tender phase. Swansea University, a public law body, acts as the buyer, and the project involves a comprehensive engagement from RIBA stage 0 to stage 7, incorporating architectural design, project management, structural design, and more. Bidding statistics indicate the submission of six bids, with the contract being awarded to Hurley And Davies Limited, which was signed on 19 December 2024. The procurement method implemented was open, and key deadlines in the tender period previously included an end date of 18 October 2024.

This procurement initiative represents a significant business opportunity for firms specialising in museum refurbishment and related design consultancy services. Given the project's extensive requirements, companies offering architectural, structural engineering, or project management expertise are well-positioned to benefit from similar future opportunities. The engagement will enable businesses to collaborate with academic institutions like Swansea University, thereby potentially enhancing their portfolio and visibility within the public procurement sector. As this project requires multidisciplinary coordination, firms with a robust capacity for integrated service offerings or those seeking to expand into cultural heritage refurbishment projects would find this tender an ideal fit to showcase their competencies and foster growth.

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Notice Title

Refurbishment of Swansea University Egypt Centre (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), PM-led Design

Notice Description

It is the intention of the Client to appoint a Project Manager-led multi-disciplinary Design Team to deliver the refurbishment project, from RIBA stage 0 (Brief) to RIBA stage 7 (In Use). In summary, the following services are to be provided:* Architectural design consultancy* Project Management* Principal designer services, as required under CDM Regulations* Structural design consultancy* Fire engineering consultancy.* Mechanical and Electrical Design ServicesThe lead Project Manager will be expected to contribute to each of the tasks set out, working with Design and Delivery Teams, the Employer, other design team members to develop and test options for the space that reflect potential programme, proposals and budget, to meet the needs and perceptions of the Egypt Centre.Detailed consultation is required with Stakeholders and end users to establish the exact requirements of the area along with the management of expectations.The Project Manager will be responsible for leading the design development of the scheme, in collaboration with Egypt Centre representative, university Project Officer and other designers and consultants. Throughout this process the Project Manager will be required to engage and consult with university end user representatives and staff across a variety of departments within Swansea University's Estates directorate.The Project Manager will have responsibility for producing the complete technical design for the scheme; this will include design and coordination of all architectural, structural and building services information and specialist subcontractor design and specifications. The Project Manager will be expected to prepare this information to a high standard to enable a principal contractor to review the information and submit a tender bid for provision of associated construction services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-144176
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=144176
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

45212313 - Museum construction work

71200000 - Architectural and related services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

92520000 - Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings

92521000 - Museum services

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SWANSEA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Darren Snell (Category Manager)
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1792602779

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA2 8PP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Sketty
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HURLEY AND DAVIES

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