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title: "RBGKEW1080 - Treehouses at Kew"
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# RBGKEW1080 - Treehouses at Kew

Buyer: BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7ad8f78c-0273-4b31-8577-771b1d69f9e3

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## Summary

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is seeking a lead contractor for the "Treehouses at Kew" project, which involves the technical design, fabrication, and installation of seven architecturally unique treehouses. This exhibition, set to run from April to October 2023, will be Kew's main highlight during this period. The tender period closes on 26th August 2022, with an estimated contract value of £750,000. The project is classified under construction work (CPV code 45000000), and the contractor must complete installation by 31st March 2023. The delivery address for this contract is located in Richmond, England (postal code TW9 3AE).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for construction and design firms, particularly those specialising in innovative structures and temporary installations. Companies with experience in exhibition builds, creative architectural solutions, and project management in outdoor environments would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, enhancing their capabilities and visibility through high-profile projects such as this one with the prestigious Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

## Notice

'Treehouses' will be a temporary exhibition of seven treehouses, each designed by a different architect, set across the iconic landscape of Kew Gardens. This will be Kew's main exhibition running from April to October 2023. For the purposes of this exhibition, a treehouse has been defined as being 'a spatial experience that allows for visitors to engage with a tree in a new and unique way'. Therefore, the designs do not include the traditional idea of a treehouse and are a selection of unique structures incorporating a wide range of materials. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) ('The Client' or 'The Employer') will be seeking a lead contractor to deliver the technical design, fabrication and installation of all seven treehouses in line with the designs. The contract will also include the dismantling and removal of all seven structures. You are hereby invited by RBGKEW to submit a tender to meet the Client's requirements in accordance with the specification and associated documents as contained within the tender pack. Tender documents can be accessed via: https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk 'Treehouses at Kew' https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/340444230181F7F3DC7C ITT: itt_10404 - RBGKEW1080 - Treehouses at Kew project_36768 Suppliers will be required to register with BRAVO, if not already registered. All tender documents can only be accessed via BRAVO. Additional information: Tender documents can be accessed via: https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk 'Treehouses at Kew' ITT: itt_10404 - RBGKEW1080 - Treehouses at Kew project_36768 Suppliers will be required to register with BRAVO, if not already registered. All tender documents can only be accessed via BRAVO.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2100add4-c47d-45a3-8ce9-e8defcf7aa16 |
| 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 | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | 30 Apr 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Sep 2022 - 11 Dec 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £750,000 |
| 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 | BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW |
| Additional buyers | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AB |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2022 at 16:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2100add4-c47d-45a3-8ce9-e8defcf7aa16
- 16 Mar 2022 at 14:37 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65e8d504-f13a-4306-9dcf-76fea0c5bdcb
- 16 Mar 2022 at 14:32 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65e8d504-f13a-4306-9dcf-76fea0c5bdcb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2100add4-c47d-45a3-8ce9-e8defcf7aa16
  13th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65e8d504-f13a-4306-9dcf-76fea0c5bdcb
  16th March 2022 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ba614c48-eaa0-4e96-83a1-f3f144e854b5

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/340444230181F7F3DC7C

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