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title: "Discovery Museum Re-Roofing & External Fabric Repairs - Lead Designer"
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# Discovery Museum Re-Roofing & External Fabric Repairs - Lead Designer

Buyer: NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf32eb6b-54f8-4519-af69-cca8d4aa201a

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## Summary

Newcastle City Council is inviting tenders for the role of Lead Designer for the re-roofing and external fabric repairs of the East Block of Blandford House (Discovery Museum). This project falls under the category of Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest with additional requirements in architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure type, and the end date of the tender period is 21 October 2024. The contract period will start on 2 December 2024 and end on 1 June 2026. The project location is NE1 4JA, and the estimated contract value is £400,000 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the architectural and construction industry, particularly those specialising in projects involving historical or architecturally significant buildings. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, aligning with Newcastle City Council’s inclusivity goals. The successful bidder will have the chance to collaborate with TWAM and various stakeholders, which could lead to future contracts and enhance their portfolio in specialised restoration and repair projects.

## Notice

Newcastle City Council (NCC) is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Lead Designer to undertake architectural design and cost management services from RIBA Work Stage 4-6, for the re-roofing and external fabric repairs to the East Block of Blandford House (Discovery Museum). The Lead Designer is to work collaboratively with TWAM and the council and any stakeholders, to deliver the design services for the re-roofing and external fabric repairs. This opportunity can be found on the NEPO portal by searching for contract reference DN743900

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a52832-edf0-47a5-91c2-e69ec9928c15 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2024 - 1 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 8QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 7 Oct 2024 at 08:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a52832-edf0-47a5-91c2-e69ec9928c15

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37a52832-edf0-47a5-91c2-e69ec9928c15
  7th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nepo.org

## Provenance

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