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title: "Photography Centre Phase 2 Base Build Architect"
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buyer: "VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM"
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# Photography Centre Phase 2 Base Build Architect

Buyer: VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bf689576-f631-430a-9eb6-b3711b169241

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## Summary

The Victoria and Albert Museum is currently inviting tenders for the "Photography Centre Phase 2 Base Build Architect" project. Situated in Kensington, London, this opportunity falls under the architectural design services category and is part of the museum’s initiative to enhance public understanding of photography. The tender is at the active phase and is conducted through an open procurement method, with the application deadline set for 17th June 2019. The contract is scheduled to commence on 15th July 2019 and will run until 1st March 2022.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for architectural firms, particularly those specialising in public and cultural projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to compete due to the nature of the project, which requires qualified architects capable of integrating modern design with historical context. Businesses that can demonstrate relevant experience in large-scale architectural projects and a clear understanding of the requirements for museum environments will thrive in this competitive process.

## Notice

The V&A is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Base Build Architect to join the design team for Phase 2 of the Photography Gallery project. The overall purpose is to create a state-of-the-art International Photography Centre at the V&A, to improve public understanding of the history of photography and its techniques. Phase 1 has been delivered and encompasses rooms 99, 100 & 101. Phase 2 is now commencing. The design for the second phase of the Photography Centre comprises of rooms 95, 96, 97 and 98, a new roof to the Tapestry Gallery (room 94) and a large amount of M&E upgrade / replacement works. These spaces will join Phase 1 to complete and reopen the suite of rooms originally designed and built in the 1860s. It is important that there is coherence across the spaces associated with Phases 1 and 2 of the Photography Centre. This contract is for the Base Build elements of Phase 2 only. A separate competition will follow for the gallery fit out design.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99617f87-4654-4eb7-8484-e3eaba527b56 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 20 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2019 - 1 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM |
| Locality | KENSINGTON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW7 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Electoral ward | Brompton & Hans Town |
| Westminster constituency | Kensington and Bayswater |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 20 May 2019 at 13:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99617f87-4654-4eb7-8484-e3eaba527b56

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99617f87-4654-4eb7-8484-e3eaba527b56
  20th May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Kensington:-Architectural-design-services./A2P9G476M3
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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