--- title: "Appointment of Contract for the Base Build for Boathouse 6 Project" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2934799f-c94d-4625-a131-0e0f9936d3bf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2934799f-c94d-4625-a131-0e0f9936d3bf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2934799f-c94d-4625-a131-0e0f9936d3bf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2934799f-c94d-4625-a131-0e0f9936d3bf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY" published: "2024-12-10" --- # Appointment of Contract for the Base Build for Boathouse 6 Project Buyer: THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2934799f-c94d-4625-a131-0e0f9936d3bf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2934799f-c94d-4625-a131-0e0f9936d3bf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2934799f-c94d-4625-a131-0e0f9936d3bf.json) ## Summary The National Museum of the Royal Navy (NMRN) is seeking a base build contractor for the Boathouse 6 Project at the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (PHD). This involves the reimagining of a Grade II* listed building into the Royal Marines Experience Museum, an exhibition gallery, and other visitor attractions. Procurement is at the 'tenderAmendment' stage with a restricted procedure, requiring interested parties to undergo a pre-qualification phase. The tender process includes a Market Engagement Day on 12th December 2024 from 10:00 to 12:00. The tender period ends on 23rd December 2024 at 12:00, while the contract will run from 3rd March 2025 to 6th July 2026. The project falls under the CPV classification for construction work related to leisure, sports, culture, lodging, and restaurants, with a value estimated at £6.37 million GBP. This tender offers significant opportunities for small businesses specialised in construction to become involved in a high-profile heritage project, contributing to the creation of a world-class museum facility. Businesses with strong technical and professional capabilities in heritage building restoration and construction would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The involvement in a project of this scale and prestige can enhance a company's portfolio, providing leverage for future bids and business growth opportunities. SME suitability is explicitly encouraged, facilitating opportunities for smaller firms to participate. Communication during the tender process will be managed via tenders@nmrn.org.uk. ## Notice The National Museum of the Royal Navy (NMRN) has launched a search for a base build contractor to support the delivery of the works packages for the new Royal Marines Experience Museum (RMEM) offer to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard (PHD). The reimagination of Boathouse No.6 - a Grade II* listed building constructed in 1845 and one of the earliest examples of a building with load-bearing iron -frames - will bring ground-breaking new visitor experiences to the site. The vision of the whole project is to re-imagine the magnificent 1840s-built, Grade II* listed Boathouse 6, as a centre for activities for all ages, where heritage is valued, accessible and relevant. It will become home to the Royal Marines Experience Museum, a special exhibition gallery, a family-focused marines-themed laser quest, and a dual-use public programme and conference facility. The base build contractor will be procured during the RIBA Stage 3 coordinated design stage using a two-stage tender process. The procurement will be via a Restricted Tender process and will include Contractor Design Portions. A two-stage tender process allows the contractor to be involved in the project during the detailed design stage (RIBA Stage 4). This appointment is being undertaken under a Restricted Tender Procedure therefore, there is a two-stage process for this tender. There is an initial pre-qualifying phase whereby the NMRN wishes to evaluate potential bidders for suitability for this tender. This will be done by understanding a suppliers technical and professional ability and being suitably qualified for these works. This is pursuant to the PCR2015 Regulation Section 26 (7). As part of the tender process, the NMRN is offering interested parties the chance to participate in a Market Engagement Day on Thursday 12th December 2024 (1000-1200) hosted in Boathouse No.6. For details on this and how to book onto the day please see the tender documentation. All communication is to be done via tenders@nmrn.org.uk unless stated otherwise. Please note this tender has been updated on 29th November 2024 so please follow this version. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea4e10d-8afc-4ad5-a4ae-ffe36058ed68 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Mar 2025 - 6 Jul 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,370,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY | | Locality | PORTSMOUTH | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO1 3NH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth | | Local authority | Portsmouth | | Electoral ward | Charles Dickens | | Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants ## Release History - 10 Dec 2024 at 14:23 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea4e10d-8afc-4ad5-a4ae-ffe36058ed68 - 29 Nov 2024 at 12:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea4e10d-8afc-4ad5-a4ae-ffe36058ed68 - 22 Nov 2024 at 16:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea4e10d-8afc-4ad5-a4ae-ffe36058ed68 - 21 Nov 2024 at 15:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea4e10d-8afc-4ad5-a4ae-ffe36058ed68 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ea4e10d-8afc-4ad5-a4ae-ffe36058ed68 10th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/903a236b-a153-4104-b159-a0d372b01f80 Restricted Procedure, please complete all required forms/fields. - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bdd512ac-03ef-447e-944f-c815fb6443a5 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nmrn.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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