Tender

Design Competition for Timespan Redevelopment Feasibility Study

THE ROYAL INCORPORATION OF ARCHITECTS IN SCOTLAND (RIAS)

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TenderUpdate

21 Oct 2024 at 00:00

Tender

13 Sep 2024 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has issued a tender for a design competition regarding the redevelopment feasibility study for Timespan in Helmsdale. This tender falls under the services category and aims to support Timespan's strategic plan for 2025-2028 through a comprehensive revitalisation of its building. The project addresses the evolving needs of the community, the impact of the climate crisis, and the legacies of colonialism and extractivism. The procurement follows a selective approach (restricted procedure), and the final deadline for submissions has been extended to 23rd October 2024. The planned appointment for the design team is set for late 2024, with the feasibility study expected to be completed by July 2025. The location for the delivery of services is Helmsdale, UKM6 region.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for architectural firms specialising in refurbishment and sustainability initiatives. Businesses with expertise in integrating zero-carbon technologies, as well as those experienced in working within the cultural sector and rural settings, are particularly well-suited to compete. Collaboration with community stakeholders and other professionals is a key component of this project, emphasising sustainability, accessibility, and community involvement. The tender allows for substantial business growth among firms capable of handling large-scale, grant-funded projects while delivering innovative and resilient designs that align with community and environmental priorities.

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Notice Title

Design Competition for Timespan Redevelopment Feasibility Study

Notice Description

Timespan finds itself at a pivotal juncture, marked by significant transformation efforts. This moment is critical, requiring a comprehensive revitalisation of our entire building to support our strategic plan for 2025-2028 (see attached). The need for redevelopment stems from our commitment to unlocking Timespan's full potential as a cohesive, sustainable museum and cultural institution. A feasibility study will inform this transformation, ensuring Timespan evolves into a more accessible, sustainable, and inclusive institution. The study will shape significant changes across both our physical infrastructure and the interpretive narratives that reflect our community's evolving needs and the broader impacts of the climate crisis and the legacies of colonialism and extractivism.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Timespan intends to appoint an architect-led design team to provide the design services required to review the current material and progress a Feasibility Study. A Feasibility Study for Timespan's building will guide our future strategic investment into the building and narratives presented. This study will produce a comprehensive report, detailing designs and costs to RIBA Stage 1. Aligned with Timespan's mission to use arts, heritage, digital technologies, education, wellbeing, and community building as catalysts for political, social, cultural, environmental, and communal change, the feasibility study will prioritise sustainability, accessibility, and community involvement. Through collaboration with architects, communities, youth partners, and experts, we aim to develop a sustainable design, accurate costing, and a resilient project plan. Our goal is to enhance the vision and resilience of our facility, ensuring it remains a vibrant and inclusive community asset for the future. Due to the grant funded nature of the project, the contract for services may pause or end after the completion of any RIBA stage. Timespan intends to instruct to RIBA Stage 1 completion initially, with a planned start date for design team appointment for the project late 2024, with completion of the feasibility study in July 2025 and a contract start on site after a fundraising campaign in circa summer 2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000778022
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516553
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

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


CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71210000 - Advisory architectural services

71220000 - Architectural design services

71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

71222000 - Architectural services for outdoor areas

71223000 - Architectural services for building extensions

71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

79314000 - Feasibility study

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Oct 2024Expired
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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE ROYAL INCORPORATION OF ARCHITECTS IN SCOTLAND (RIAS)
Additional Buyers

TIMESPAN

Contact Name
Giulia Gregnanin
Contact Email
giulia@timespan.org.uk, luke.neve@rias.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1312297545

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 2BE
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
East Sutherland and Edderton
Westminster Constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

Further Information

Notice Documents

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