--- title: "GB-Manchester: ACE 636 ITT - Collections Care Adviser to Government Indemnity Scheme (GIS)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-31fc0107-796d-4dbf-87e1-72f0722cf047" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-31fc0107-796d-4dbf-87e1-72f0722cf047" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-31fc0107-796d-4dbf-87e1-72f0722cf047.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-31fc0107-796d-4dbf-87e1-72f0722cf047.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND" published: "2024-10-15" --- # GB-Manchester: ACE 636 ITT - Collections Care Adviser to Government Indemnity Scheme (GIS) Buyer: ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-31fc0107-796d-4dbf-87e1-72f0722cf047 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-31fc0107-796d-4dbf-87e1-72f0722cf047) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-31fc0107-796d-4dbf-87e1-72f0722cf047.json) ## Summary The Arts Council England is seeking bids for the "GB-Manchester: ACE 636 ITT - Collections Care Adviser to Government Indemnity Scheme (GIS)" contract, which falls under the consultancy services category for environmental issues (CPV 90713000). This procurement process is currently in the tender stage. The contract is open to various locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and the British Oversea Territories, with an estimated contract value between £50,000 to £100,000. The tender period closes on 14th November 2024 at 12:00 PM, and the contract is set to commence on 1st March 2025, running until 31st March 2029. The method of procurement is an open procedure, and SMEs are encouraged to apply. This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses in the cultural sector, particularly those specialising in museum and exhibition consultancy and preventive conservation. Businesses with experience in heritage collections care and adherence to international standards will find this contract particularly advantageous. The chance to offer consultancy to a national scheme like the Government Indemnity Scheme can enhance credibility and expand business portfolios. Sole traders, SMEs, and larger organisations that align with the tender requirements are well-suited to compete, offering potential growth and industry recognition. ## Notice ACE requires an advice service to act as Collections Care Adviser (previous contract was called Environmental Adviser), to the Government Indemnity Scheme (GIS). Bids are welcomed from both sole traders, SME's as well as larger organisations. We would expect the successful applicant to have relevant and current experience of working within the cultural sector in particular museums and exhibitions, and within preventive conservation, to provide credibility to the advice given in support of a national scheme. The successful applicant must have experience of applying collections care/preventative conservation in heritage collections and an understanding of current/emerging international standards e.g. BIZOT. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be5d1638-c17f-44a6-85f4-6eac5423f632 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 | ARTS COUNCIL ENGLAND | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M1 1FN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services ## Release History - 15 Oct 2024 at 12:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be5d1638-c17f-44a6-85f4-6eac5423f632 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be5d1638-c17f-44a6-85f4-6eac5423f632 15th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Manchester:-ACE-636-ITT---Collections-Care-Adviser-to-Government-Indemnity-Scheme-(GIS)/94H7Q5MF6N Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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