Tender

Interpretive Access Projects

HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND

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Tender

27 Aug 2018 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by Historic Environment Scotland, which is currently seeking proposals for the "Interpretive Access Projects" tender. This tender aims to enhance visitor engagement through high-quality interpretive resources, specifically tailored for use by diverse audiences, including autistic visitors. The tender falls under the services category and is classified within the tourism and built environment sector. The closing date for submissions is 14th September 2018, with bids to be opened on the same day. Responses are to be submitted electronically, with all relevant details accessible via the Public Contracts Scotland platform.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses focused on accessible design, visitor services, and tourism-related resources to expand their market presence. Companies that specialise in creating inclusive materials, such as educational tools and sensory-friendly resources, would find this tender particularly relevant. Strong proposals that demonstrate innovative ideas for enhancing visitor experiences at historic sites like Edinburgh and Stirling Castles are likely to stand out in this competitive field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interpretive Access Projects

Notice Description

Historic Environment Scotland's Interpretation Unit is seeking to commission a contractor to plan and manage the delivery of high-quality, engaging interpretive access resources that are practical and fit for operational use. This could involve the development of backpacks designed for use by autistic visitors, the creation of a range of maps and guides to our sites, including physical access maps and sensory maps for Edinburgh and Stirling Castles, and continued consultation and advice on a range of access and inclusion projects.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Historic Environment Scotland's Interpretation Unit is seeking to commission a contractor to plan and manage the delivery of high-quality, engaging interpretive access resources that are practical and fit for operational use. This could involve the development of backpacks designed for use by autistic visitors, the creation of a range of maps and guides to our sites, including physical access maps and sensory maps for Edinburgh and Stirling Castles, and continued consultation and advice on a range of access and inclusion projects.

Renewal: The contract will run for an initial year but has the option to extend for up to a further two years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000555175
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG329360
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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

79540000 - Interpretation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sally.gall@hes.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1316688866

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 1SH
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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