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title: "Project Management and Cost Consultancy for Tides of Change"
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# Project Management and Cost Consultancy for Tides of Change

Buyer: HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-91890730-dba4-4562-8b26-93542174b2ce

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## Summary

Hartlepool Borough Council has completed the procurement process for project management and cost consultancy services for the Museum of Hartlepool's Tides of Change. The tender, titled "Project Management and Cost Consultancy for Tides of Change," falls under the industry category of library, archives, museums, and other cultural services (CPV scheme code 92500000). The procurement method used was an open procedure, specifically targeting SMEs and VCSEs. The contract period starts on 17 March 2025 and ends on 8 January 2029. The submission deadline for expressions of interest was 7 February 2025, and Thornton Firkin was awarded the contract on 10 March 2025, valued at £63,330 GBP. The project will be delivered at multiple locations, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and several British overseas territories.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in project management and consultancy within the cultural services sector. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to participate, offering a chance to enhance their portfolio and gain prestige by working with a reputable institution like Hartlepool Borough Council. Given the comprehensive scope of the project, businesses with expertise in managing and implementing museum projects are well-suited to compete. Establishing a successful partnership on this high-value project could open doors to further contracting opportunities within the council and beyond.

## Notice

Project Management and cost consultancy services for Museum of Hartlepool's Tides of Change Submission Deadline: 07/02/2025 14:00 The NEPO E-Procurement Portal is being used for this Tender. In order to express your interest please register as a supplier on the NEPO portal. https://procontract.due-north.com. Once you have registered please view the opportunities register. The reference for this tender is as follows:- DN748840

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df6f6035-1b81-40aa-b894-f401652080a6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2025 - 8 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £63,330 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | HARTLEPOOL |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS24 8AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees |
| Local authority | Hartlepool |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Hartlepool |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THORNTON FIRKIN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 10 Mar 2025 at 13:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df6f6035-1b81-40aa-b894-f401652080a6
- 16 Jan 2025 at 12:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33f8e8f9-1538-4ea4-90ba-fedd763db792
- 15 Jan 2025 at 15:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/408d1b7a-daf5-4b52-b087-c23d16885d58

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df6f6035-1b81-40aa-b894-f401652080a6
  10th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/33f8e8f9-1538-4ea4-90ba-fedd763db792
  16th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/408d1b7a-daf5-4b52-b087-c23d16885d58
  15th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hartlepool.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com

## Provenance

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