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Interpretation Plan Design & Fit-Out Consultant required

PLAS GUNTER MANSION TRUST CYF

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Summary of the contracting process

The Plas Gunter Mansion Trust cyf, based in Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, is inviting tenders for a project titled "Interpretation Plan Design & Fit-Out Consultant required." This falls under the category of services related to museum construction and specialty design, with the primary goal of managing the design and fit-out phase of the historic Gunter Mansion’s restoration. The tender process is open, with submissions due by 12 December 2025. This marks a critical stage in the delivery phase of the Trust's project, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. It aims to rejuvenate a site rich in cultural heritage, offering local and visiting patrons an insightful historical experience across several mixed-use spaces. The organisation seeks experienced consultants capable of following through on the interpretive vision set during the plan’s development phase.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in historical interpretation, museum exhibit design, and heritage restoration. Companies with proven experience in delivering on National Lottery Heritage Fund projects and interpreting historic sites will find this project particularly aligned with their expertise. Additionally, businesses with a focus on eco-friendly procurement practices may stand out, given the Trust’s emphasis on environmental policies. Successfully securing the contract could enhance a company’s portfolio, open doors to further heritage projects in Wales, and foster connections within the community-focused markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interpretation Plan Design & Fit-Out Consultant required

Notice Description

Plas Gunter Mansion Trust was awarded a Delivery Phase grant by the National Lottery Heritage Fund in early October 2025 for the Restoration of Gunter Mansion in Abergavenny.The consultants who developed the concept for the Interpretation Plan during the Development Phase cannot continue into the Delivery Phase. Therefore, the Trust now wishes to appoint a new and experienced consultant team who can deliver the design and fit-out phase.Plas Gunter Mansion in Abergavenny is a capsule of stories from the past 400 years. From peaceful domesticity to Catholic resistance, commercial use to historic revival, the building is now embarking on a new chapter in its history.The project has the potential to be a key part of the extraordinary narrative collectively represented by the historic and religious sites in Monmouthshire as well as a means to reflect and strengthen the cultural identity of the community of Abergavenny. This is an exciting project, one which will enable local people and visitors to learn more about the history of Abergavenny and its relevance to wider themes such as persecution, tolerance and sanctuary that have particular relevance today.The re-developed Plas Gunter Mansion site will house several mixed-use spaces:* A welcome space on the ground floor leading to an exhibition on the first floor and access to the hidden attic chapel on the second floor.* Flexible commercial units on the ground floor for lease to local businesses* A flexible meeting room space available for hire or community use on the first floor.* Two lettable offices on the second floorThrough extensive consultation a framework of interpretive messages has been developed to structure the visitor experience. Themes and stories have been informed through consultation with different audience groups. A programme of participation activities will take place either on site or as outreach events.A full brief and accompanying documents are available as downloads attached to this notice.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=158757. (WA Ref:158757)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-158757
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=158757
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender 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

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

45212313 - Museum construction work

79930000 - Specialty design services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural 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
1 Dec 20253 days ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 20251 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PLAS GUNTER MANSION TRUST CYF
Contact Name
Deborah Holland
Contact Email
administrator@plasguntermansion.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7798610114

Buyer Location

Locality
MONMOUTHSHIRE
Postcode
NP7 5ER
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Monmouthshire
Electoral Ward
Grofield
Westminster Constituency
Monmouthshire

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