--- title: "GEOTN_Wayfinder Mobile App" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d45a3d55-ad21-4ce6-86e3-b1f4cae7a16a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d45a3d55-ad21-4ce6-86e3-b1f4cae7a16a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d45a3d55-ad21-4ce6-86e3-b1f4cae7a16a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d45a3d55-ad21-4ce6-86e3-b1f4cae7a16a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NEWCASTLE GATESHEAD INITIATIVE LIMITED" published: "2017-10-18" --- # GEOTN_Wayfinder Mobile App Buyer: NEWCASTLE GATESHEAD INITIATIVE LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d45a3d55-ad21-4ce6-86e3-b1f4cae7a16a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d45a3d55-ad21-4ce6-86e3-b1f4cae7a16a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d45a3d55-ad21-4ce6-86e3-b1f4cae7a16a.json) ## Summary The NewcastleGateshead Initiative Limited is managing the procurement for the "GEOTN_Wayfinder Mobile App," a project integral to the Great Exhibition of the North, scheduled to take place from 22nd June to 9th September 2018 in NewcastleGateshead. This tender, currently in the tender stage, has a submission deadline of 2nd November 2017. The project aims to appoint a supplier to design and develop an app to enhance visitor navigation during this significant exhibition planned to attract approximately 1.5 million visitors. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with a minimum contract value of £75,000 and a maximum value of £100,000, under the services category, specifically software package and information systems. This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in software development and IT services, to engage in a high-profile project with the potential for significant visibility. Companies that can provide innovative app development, including features like gamification and data capture, would be particularly well-suited to compete. This initiative not only allows for the enhancement of visitor experience during a major cultural event but also offers a platform for businesses to showcase their expertise in developing engaging digital solutions. ## Notice NewcastleGateshead Initiative (NGI) is working as the delivery organisation and accountable body for Great Exhibition of the North (GEOTN) a three-month exhibition, running from the 22nd June until the 9th of September, that will take place in NewcastleGateshead in 2018. GEOTN will be a true celebration and showcase of the best art, design and innovation from across the North of England. As part of the delivery of the GEOTN, NGI are seeking to appoint a supplier to design and develop a Wayfinder App that will help visitors to effortlessly navigate their way around the exhibition and incentivise them to discover content across each of the 3 walking trails. In addition to wayfinding functionality, requirements for the app also include: * Light gamification * Notifications * Experience sharing * Data capture * Reporting and evaluating data * Listing and publishing relevant GEOTN content The GEOTN will be one of the biggest exhibitions in the UK next year attracting nearly 1.5m visitors, of which an expected 100,000 will download the app. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f01da7e-211e-4c59-a1c1-81600be5de7b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Oct 2017 | | Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 16 Nov 2017 - 16 Nov 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £100,000 | | 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 GATESHEAD INITIATIVE LIMITED | | Locality | GATESHEAD | | Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne | | Postcode | NE8 3AE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear | | ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside | | Local authority | Gateshead | | Electoral ward | Bridges | | Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 18 Oct 2017 at 14:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f01da7e-211e-4c59-a1c1-81600be5de7b - 18 Oct 2017 at 14:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f01da7e-211e-4c59-a1c1-81600be5de7b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f01da7e-211e-4c59-a1c1-81600be5de7b 18th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://getnorth2018.com/wayfinder-app-tender/ ## Notice URLs - http://www.getnorth2018.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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