--- title: "GB-Exeter, Devon: The 2020 Vision-Investing in our Welcome. Interpretation Design Services to design cathedral interpretation scheme and Treasures exhibition" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6d569454-7be3-43da-9918-7650c7e1d2c6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6d569454-7be3-43da-9918-7650c7e1d2c6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6d569454-7be3-43da-9918-7650c7e1d2c6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6d569454-7be3-43da-9918-7650c7e1d2c6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEAN & CHAPTER OF EXETER CATHEDRAL" published: "2021-02-26" --- # GB-Exeter, Devon: The 2020 Vision-Investing in our Welcome. Interpretation Design Services to design cathedral interpretation scheme and Treasures exhibition Buyer: DEAN & CHAPTER OF EXETER CATHEDRAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6d569454-7be3-43da-9918-7650c7e1d2c6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6d569454-7be3-43da-9918-7650c7e1d2c6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6d569454-7be3-43da-9918-7650c7e1d2c6.json) ## Summary The Dean & Chapter of Exeter Cathedral is inviting tenders for the contract titled "The 2020 Vision-Investing in our Welcome. Interpretation Design Services" aimed at designing an interpretation scheme and treasures exhibition for Exeter Cathedral. The procurement falls under the museum services industry category and is being conducted through an open procurement method. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest by 12 March 2021, with the deadline for tender submissions set for 9 April 2021. The contract period is expected to run from 3 May 2021 to 1 August 2022 and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant opportunities for design firms, particularly those with experience in heritage and museum services, as well as multimedia design. Businesses with capabilities in producing 2D and 3D designs, along with an understanding of audience engagement, would be well-suited to participate. The anticipated breakdown of the project budget - £130,000 for the Cathedral approach and interior, £60,000 for a multimedia app, and £400,000 for the treasures exhibition - indicates a comprehensive scope for ambitious firms ready to deliver high-quality design solutions in a historic context. ## Notice Over the last 5 years the team at Exeter Cathedral have produced a comprehensive masterplan for the Cathedral and its surroundings with a vision for renewal over the next decade. Following a successful stage 1 application to the National Heritage Lottery Fund, Exeter Cathedral plans to submit a stage 2 application in August 2021. A capital project will transform accessibility and use of the East End, Lady Chapel and Chapter House and new visit-driving experiences and opportunities for community engagement will be created through the implementation of the Interpretation Plan and Activity Plan. This contract is to design the permanent interpretation scheme for Exeter Cathedral. The scope includes design of interpretation for (i) the approach to the Cathedral (ii) the Cathedral interior including the main building, new cloister and Chapter House and (iii) an exhibition of Cathedral treasures in the Pearson Gallery (approx. 160m2) As well as the 2D and 3D interpretation, we intend to create a multimedia app as part of the interpretation strategy. We anticipate procuring the design of this element separately, however, should you wish to manage this as well as the main interpretation design, please indicate in your expression of interest. We anticipate the budget for interpretation will break down: Cathedral approach & interiorPS130k Multimedia app and content PS60k Treasures exhibitionPS400k The budget must cover all interpretation costs including fees, copy/script writing, expenses, asset rights, showcases, production and installation of all elements. Expressions of interest are sought for the design contract at this time. All interpretation designers who express an interest in the contract will be issued the brief and invited to submit a tender. Additional information: All interpretation designers who submit an expression of interest by 12 March 2021 will be issued the brief and invited to Tender. Tenders will be appraised on quality and value for money. Tender submissions must include: i.Outline your overall design approach, demonstrating that you have understood our audience's needs and the interpretation plan. *Including some initial ideas on the individual elements you would propose *Including some example visuals ii.Design fees *Breaking down fees for each element and design stage. N.B. there will be a break clause after Stage 1 (Concept) in case the NLHF stage 2 bid is unsuccessful *Any subcontractor costs *Breaking down staff costs detailing the amount of time input the role will require and the day rate iii.Scope *Indicate if you propose to undertake/subcontract the multimedia app development as well as 2D and 3D design (N.B. there is no requirement for the interpretation designer to take on this work package) iv.Team *Including brief biographies of the key people you propose work on the project *Any subcontractors you intend to nominate v.A brief background to / history of your company, including: *Year established, registered company number and registered company address *Summary of turnover and profit for the last three years *Number of employees by type, i.e. admin, management, sales, Directors, supervisors, technicians etc *Details of any parent companies and subsidiaries; *Details of any legal action taken against the company in the last five years vi.Experience, images and examples of relevant previous work *Demonstrating experience of similar contracts undertaken within historic environments *Scope of skills and services available and Industry accreditations / credentials / relevant experience *Details of three references we may follow up The deadline for submission of Tenders will be 5pm on Friday 9th April 2021. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c424207b-7ff7-4332-bed9-6d09b5772f37 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Feb 2021 | | Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 May 2021 - 1 Aug 2022 | | 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 | DEAN & CHAPTER OF EXETER CATHEDRAL | | Locality | EXETER | | Post town | Exeter | | Postcode | EX1 1HS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC | | Local authority | Exeter | | Electoral ward | St David's | | Westminster constituency | Exeter | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest - 79415200 - Design consultancy services - 79930000 - Specialty design services - 92520000 - Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings - 92521000 - Museum services - 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services ## Release History - 26 Feb 2021 at 14:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c424207b-7ff7-4332-bed9-6d09b5772f37 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c424207b-7ff7-4332-bed9-6d09b5772f37 26th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=573909466 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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