--- title: "National Trust - NI - Giant's Causeway: Interpretation Design & Management Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d53c692e-22d8-4280-957b-a93416bc6d2c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d53c692e-22d8-4280-957b-a93416bc6d2c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d53c692e-22d8-4280-957b-a93416bc6d2c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d53c692e-22d8-4280-957b-a93416bc6d2c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY" published: "2025-12-15" --- # National Trust - NI - Giant's Causeway: Interpretation Design & Management Services Buyer: THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d53c692e-22d8-4280-957b-a93416bc6d2c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d53c692e-22d8-4280-957b-a93416bc6d2c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d53c692e-22d8-4280-957b-a93416bc6d2c.json) ## Summary The National Trust is seeking a team to develop a new interpretative installation within the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre in Northern Ireland, with a focus on multimedia equipment, projectors, and construction work. This tender, published on 15th December 2025, is currently active and conducted via an open procedure. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 21st January 2026. Notable deadlines include the clarification deadline on 13th January 2026 and appointment and contract start on 4th February 2026. Stage 1 is expected to be completed by 21st May 2026, with delivery finishing by 31st October 2026. The contract has an estimated value of £340,000 and is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in multimedia equipment and construction within the UK, particularly those with experience or interest in developing interpretative installations. The project offers a chance to contribute to an iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site, potentially elevating the profile of participating businesses. Enterprises capable of delivering high-quality setworks, hardware, and software solutions that integrate myth and earth science themes while promoting conservation can find growth opportunities in this endeavour. The procurement method allows open access for interested participants, making it ideal for SMEs aiming to expand their portfolio in prestigious projects. ## Notice The National Trust wishes to commission a team to develop a new interpretative installation within the Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre, Northern Ireland. The installation is expected to include new setworks and hardware / software solutions to showcase specifically commissioned new content that will connect multiple themes, including myth and earth science, while providing an inspirational message regarding the conservation of this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site. Timescales Indicative milestones: * Tender Period Ends- 21st January 2026 * Clarification Deadline - 13th January 2026 * Appointment- 4th February 2026 * Stage 1 complete / Submission of Fixed Price- 21st May 2026 Stage 2- Delivery must be completed by 31st October 2026 The tender is being conducted via the Proactis Plaza portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions. Tender documents are available on the Proactis Portal. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/217351b3-b833-4124-974b-32fa1c956b43 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | 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 | 15 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £340,000 | | 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 | THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 2NA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Mannington and Western | | Westminster constituency | Swindon South | | Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 32322000 - Multimedia equipment - 38652100 - Projectors - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 15 Dec 2025 at 15:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/217351b3-b833-4124-974b-32fa1c956b43 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/217351b3-b833-4124-974b-32fa1c956b43 15th December 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.proactisplaza.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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