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05 Aug 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Dundee Industrial Heritage SCIO, operating as Dundee Heritage Trust, has initiated a tender process for the procurement of a Capital Project Manager to oversee a comprehensive transformation programme at Discovery Point in Dundee. The project, titled "Discovery Point Transformed - Capital Project Manager Procurement," aims to revitalise the museum through extensive capital works, including building renovations and new exhibition fit-outs. This tender, categorized under the "services" industry, follows an open procedure, with electronic submissions accepted via the Public Contracts Scotland platform. Key deadlines to note are the end of the tender period and start of the award period on 4th September 2026, closely approaching at 5:00 PM local time. The estimated contract value is £250,000 and will span 900 days.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in project management, particularly those with expertise in museum and heritage site transformations. Companies possessing experience in handling large-scale capital projects and a proven track record in managing timelines, budgets, and procurement processes are well-suited to compete. The project includes enhancing facilities to create new event and learning spaces, which may appeal to businesses capable of delivering quality design and execution in construction and exhibition planning. This tender not only promises substantial financial opportunities but also offers the chance for companies to expand their portfolio by contributing to a high-profile cultural project in Scotland.

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Notice Title

Discovery Point Transformed - Capital Project Manager Procurement

Notice Description

Dundee Heritage Trust is seeking an experienced capital Project Manager to lead a programme of work at Discovery Point as part of its major museum transformation project. The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of project management relating to capital works to the building and exhibitions fit-out, including timetable, budgets, contracts, and procurement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SCOPE OF SERVICES: 1. Produce tender documentation for the detailed scope of the capital works below and manage the tender process via Public Contract Scotland. Review tenders received and score them alongside the Trust's staff, making appropriate recommendations. 2. The capital works included in the Discovery Point Transformed project include: a) Capital: design and works - Insulation of the first floor ceilings and nib walls - Works to the first floor to create a new flexible events & conferences space overlooking the River Tay, new learning space, staff/office spaces, and toilets including a new Changing Places Toilet facility - Works to the ground floor to create a new 360deg AV theatre space and new meeting room b) Exhibitions: design and fitout - Two new permanent exhibitions - A new 360deg AV theatre exhibition space (per above) - Improvements to the wider permanent exhibitions and interpretation aboard ship The anticipated budget for the above works is 4,345,603 GBP including design fees, excluding VAT. A contingency budget of 10% has also been allowed. ***Please note that a separate strand of works outwith the building, relating to conservation of the Royal Research Ship Discovery, is NOT included in the purview of this post.*** 3. Manage the Capital and Exhibitions contracts and relevant smaller contracts. Ensure the contractors follow the brief, use the appropriate methodology and materials specified, undertake quality work, keep good photographic and written records of work undertaken, and keep to timetable and budget. 4. Liaise with other contractors as part of the wider Discovery Point Transformed project, including the ship works Main Contractor and its distinct ship Project Manager to ensure the site runs smoothly. 5. Design and manage all contract processes to ensure approvals are sought in due course, the change control process is tightly managed, and the project is managed to timetable and budget. 6. Provide the Trust with regular updates, providing the information required for reporting to its Board of Trustees and external funding partners. 7. Work with the Trust's team to update the Management and Maintenance Plans for the building, taking account of work undertaken, and any subsequent changes required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838550
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561702
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - 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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

71541000 - Construction project management services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 20265 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
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUNDEE INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE SCIO (DUNDEE HERITAGE TRUST)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4XA
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561702
    Discovery Point Transformed - Capital Project Manager Procurement - Dundee Heritage Trust is seeking an experienced capital Project Manager to lead a programme of work at Discovery Point as part of its major museum transformation project. The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of project management relating to capital works to the building and exhibitions fit-out, including timetable, budgets, contracts, and procurement.

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