Tender

Graphic design for a permanent exhibition area at the National Library of Wales

THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Library of Wales is conducting a procurement process for graphic design services aimed at enhancing its new permanent exhibition area located in Aberystwyth, Ceredigion. This process, currently at the tender stage, seeks business proposals for the creation, production, and installation of graphic designs that will establish a coherent visual identity across three rooms. Key dates for interested parties include the tender submission deadline on 31 March 2026, followed by the award decision no later than 3 April 2026. The procurement method is open, allowing for a competitive selection of qualified service providers.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for graphic design companies to showcase their expertise in creating visually impactful and cohesive designs that align with the Library’s identity. Ideal candidates will be those with experience in designing interpretive elements and promotional materials in exhibition spaces. Companies specialising in graphic design within the arts and cultural sector will find this contract particularly suitable to further their portfolio, establishing lasting collaborations with prominent institutions such as The National Library of Wales. Electronic responses are accepted, facilitating accessibility for interested suppliers to submit proposals efficiently.

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Notice Title

Graphic design for a permanent exhibition area at the National Library of Wales

Notice Description

The National Library of Wales (NLW) invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced design companies for the creation, production, and installation of graphic designs for a newly developed exhibition area, with additional introduction and promotional panels. The exhibition area comprises three rooms:Room 1: Introduction to the National Library of WalesRoom 2: Seasonal Exhibition SpaceRoom 3: Seasonal Exhibition SpaceThe physical layout and spatial plan of the new exhibition area have already been determined.This tender focuses on the graphic design, visual identity, and installation of the interpretive elements in Room 1, and a consistent design language for the other print items in Rooms 2 and Room 3, the introduction panel to be located outside of the Rooms, and promotional panels to be located in the alcoves in the Shop/Reception area (see Appendix I - Photographs relating to print items).The exhibition area will have two core functions:Permanent Introduction Space (Room 1) - A visually striking and accessible introduction to the National Library of Wales, its purpose, history, collections, activities, and services.Seasonal Exhibitions (Rooms 2 & 3) - Exhibitions changing on a quarterly basis (every three months).The successful supplier will produce a cohesive and consistent design language across all three rooms, ensuring that the visitor experience feels unified and clearly aligned with the Library's identity.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=163085.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. Please see attached documents(WA Ref:163085)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-163085
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=163085
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

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


CPV Codes

79822500 - Graphic design services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 20262 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CEREDIGION
Postcode
SY23 3BU
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ceredigion
Electoral Ward
Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais
Westminster Constituency
Ceredigion Preseli

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