--- title: "National Trust - NI - Manufacture & installation of interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2be1248c-2754-4abf-8864-143eeadd2c17" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2be1248c-2754-4abf-8864-143eeadd2c17" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2be1248c-2754-4abf-8864-143eeadd2c17.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2be1248c-2754-4abf-8864-143eeadd2c17.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY" published: "2025-11-21" --- # National Trust - NI - Manufacture & installation of interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area Buyer: THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2be1248c-2754-4abf-8864-143eeadd2c17 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2be1248c-2754-4abf-8864-143eeadd2c17) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2be1248c-2754-4abf-8864-143eeadd2c17.json) ## Summary The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty is seeking bids for the manufacture and installation of interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area in Northern Ireland. This tender, titled "National Trust - NI - Manufacture & installation of interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area," falls under the industry categories of signage and installation of street furniture. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a Request for Information (RFI) issued on 21 November 2025. Interested parties should note the RFI return deadline is at 12pm on 12 December 2025, and assessments will occur between 15 and 19 December 2025. Subsequently, Request for Proposals (RFP2) are expected to be issued on 14 January 2026, with the anticipated appointment date by 30 January 2026. The total contract value is GBP 60,000, and the procurement method being used is an open procedure below the threshold, conducive to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in signage manufacturing and installation, particularly those skilled in creating visually engaging and durable interpretation panels. It is ideal for companies looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector, leveraging creative and technical capabilities to enhance public amenities and contribute to a unified interpretation across significant landscapes. The existing framework for priority upgrades adds an intriguing facet for firms that can provide innovative solutions. Firms with expertise in delivering bespoke installations in natural environments will find this project aligns well with their growth objectives. Additionally, the focus on Northern Ireland provides a strategic geographical expansion for businesses based in or looking to penetrate the UK market. ## Notice This Request for Information (RFI) sets out the Trust's situation and objectives in respect of manufacture and installation of interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area of Northern Ireland (NI). The Trust seeks initial information from a range of bidders as to possible solutions, capacity, capability and relevant experience. An Interpretation Masterplan was developed earlier in 2025 for the Mourne Gullion Strangford Global Geopark area. The existing interpretative provision varies from the dated and almost unreadable through to recent and high quality panels. It is characterised by many different styles and there is no overall 'brand'. The Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark Interpretation Masterplan provides a unified approach to the whole area to determine how interpretation that is unique, specialised and memorable can be introduced across the whole landscape. Following on from development of the Interpretation Masterplan, Forever Mournes have secured funding to implement priority upgrades to interpretation across the Mourne area (cluster). The outcomes of this commission are to manufacture and install the identified priority interpretation upgrades across the Mourne area. Tender timescale (RFI) * RFI issued to tenderers: 21 November 2025 * RFI return deadline: 12pm, 12 December 2025 * Assessment of RFI: between 15 - 19 December 2025 Timescales (for delivery of the goods or services) * RFP2 issued to tenderers: 14 January 2026 (indicative) * RFP2 return deadline: 12pm, 28 January 2026 (indicative) * Assessment of RFP2: between 29 - 30 January 2026 * Anticipated appointment: 30 January 2026 * Services to commence: week commencing 2 February 2026 * Outputs to be provided no later than: 31 March 2026 This opportunity is being conducted on the Proactis Plaza portal. https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/ Click on the "Opportunities" button and filter on Customer name - The National Trust All communication is to be carried out via the Proactis portal. Participating Suppliers will bear their own costs, and seek appropriate advice, for the preparation of their response. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247a0231-024b-4b61-a7bf-fb28f8a80a00 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Nov 2025 | | Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jan 2026 - 30 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £60,000 | | 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 TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 2NA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Mannington and Western | | Westminster constituency | Swindon South | | Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 34928470 - Signage - 35261000 - Information panels - 44423400 - Signs and related items - 45233293 - Installation of street furniture ## Release History - 21 Nov 2025 at 17:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247a0231-024b-4b61-a7bf-fb28f8a80a00 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247a0231-024b-4b61-a7bf-fb28f8a80a00 21st November 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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