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title: "Figurehead Conservation Expression of Interest"
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buyer: "PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL"
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# Figurehead Conservation Expression of Interest

Buyer: PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8990703b-296a-4806-9045-4a1701671552

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## Summary

Plymouth City Council is initiating a procurement process for the "Figurehead Conservation Expression of Interest" as part of their major arts and heritage complex, The Box Plymouth, set to open in spring 2020. The council is seeking expressions of interest from accredited conservators with experience in polychrome wooden sculptures, with a budget of £40,000 for the project. Interested parties must respond by 1st September 2017, with a Request for Quotation expected to be issued on 5th September 2017. The contract period is planned to run from 16th October 2017 to 20th April 2018, covering conservation work for 14 large figureheads.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in restoration, conservation, and maintenance services, particularly those with expertise in maritime collections and artworks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that focus on heritage preservation, architectural services, or specialty design could find this contract particularly appealing. Engaging in this project not only allows businesses to contribute to the cultural fabric of the region but also positions them for future opportunities within the growing arts and heritage sector in Plymouth.

## Notice

Plymouth City Council is building a major new arts and heritage complex (The Box Plymouth) that will open in spring 2020. A key element in the new permanent exhibitions will be the redisplay of 14 large nineteenth century ships' figureheads. Plymouth City Council would like to hear from Accredited Conservators with relevant experience of working with polychrome wooden sculpture in maritime collections. A Request for Quotation (RFQ) exercise will follow and once appointed, the Conservator will be required to assess the current condition, develop and deliver a schedule of work for the conservation treatment and re-display. Expressions of Interest are sought by 1st September 2017 Plymouth City Council anticipates that the Request for Quotation exercise will commence on 5th September 2017 Correspondence should be via; www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b72e7e66-4c62-4de5-a85e-12ece97f7cf9 |
| Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 Sep 2017 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Oct 2017 - 20 Apr 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL1 3BJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | St Peter and the Waterfront |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 45454100 - Restoration work
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79930000 - Specialty design services
- 92311000 - Works of art
- 92520000 - Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2017 at 11:50 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b72e7e66-4c62-4de5-a85e-12ece97f7cf9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b72e7e66-4c62-4de5-a85e-12ece97f7cf9
  23rd August 2017 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.plymouth.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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