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title: "RBGKEW1332 - Interpretation Services - Framework Agreement"
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# RBGKEW1332 - Interpretation Services - Framework Agreement

Buyer: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5cf52fbe-9a16-4467-be1d-abcd62613f6a

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## Summary

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in London is seeking tenders for a framework agreement on "RBGKEW1332 - Interpretation Services". This procurement, classified under the industry category of 79540000 (Interpretation services), involves services including interpretation planning, research, content development, and production. The procurement process follows an open procedure and is currently at the tender amendment stage. Key dates include the tender period ending on 16 September 2024, with the contract period running from 22 October 2024 to 21 October 2028. The total estimated contract value is GBP 900,000.

This tender presents significant business opportunities potentially suitable for small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies focusing on interpretation services, planning, research, and content production could find substantial growth prospects through this contract. The framework agreement with a prestigious institution like Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is likely to enhance the winning bidder's portfolio and provide long-term stability over the four-year contract period.

## Notice

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: II.1.4 Short Description Instead of: Interpretation Services for Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew ('RBG, Kew'). These services include interpretation planning, research and content development and production Read: Interpretation (Signage) Services for Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew ('RBG, Kew'). These services include interpretation planning, research and content development and production. Other 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. Interpretation Services for Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew ('RBG, Kew'). These services include interpretation planning, research and content development and production

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3285e8af-cc77-477e-af82-19a494a72500 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Oct 2024 - 21 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| 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 | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79540000 - Interpretation services

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2024 at 14:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3285e8af-cc77-477e-af82-19a494a72500
- 19 Aug 2024 at 09:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3285e8af-cc77-477e-af82-19a494a72500

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3285e8af-cc77-477e-af82-19a494a72500
  21st August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Interpretation-services./UQD5K988EM
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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