--- title: "Main Fit out for Norwich Castle: Gateway to Medieval England Castle Keep Project" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f6aa2736-7a43-42fb-ac5d-ae723b56e674" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f6aa2736-7a43-42fb-ac5d-ae723b56e674" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f6aa2736-7a43-42fb-ac5d-ae723b56e674.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f6aa2736-7a43-42fb-ac5d-ae723b56e674.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2020-09-15" --- # Main Fit out for Norwich Castle: Gateway to Medieval England Castle Keep Project Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f6aa2736-7a43-42fb-ac5d-ae723b56e674 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f6aa2736-7a43-42fb-ac5d-ae723b56e674) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f6aa2736-7a43-42fb-ac5d-ae723b56e674.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by Norfolk County Council seeks contractors for the "Main Fit out for Norwich Castle: Gateway to Medieval England Castle Keep Project". This initiative falls under the construction sector, specifically within art and cultural building projects. Set in Norwich, NR1 3JU, the tender is currently at the planning stage and is open for expressions of interest until the submission deadline on 19th October 2020. The total contract value is £644,000, and the work is expected to commence by 5th April 2021, continuing until 14th July 2022. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in museum exhibition services, construction, and installation, particularly those familiar with art gallery projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, given their suitability for the tasks involved, which encompass various exhibition contractor duties. Companies with experience in creating immersive displays and interpretable spaces will find this project aligns with their expertise, catering to a growing heritage tourism sector aimed at enhancing visitor experiences in Norwich. ## Notice Norfolk Museums Service, as part of Norfolk County Council, wishes to enter into a contract to fit out the main exhibition areas for the Norwich Castle: Gateway to Medieval England project. The chosen contractor will provide services in accordance with the Specification of Requirements, Appendix 2. Norwich Castle: Gateway to Medieval England is a four-year project to re-present Norwich Castle Keep, a 900 year-old-landmark on the city skyline. The Normans built the Keep as a palace fit for a conquering king. Now, thanks to major support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, visitors will be able to experience the Keep as it was in its royal heyday. This exciting project will re-create the palace of Norman Kings, one of Medieval Europe's most important buildings. For the first time in 900 years everyone will be able to explore all 5 levels of the Keep - from basement to battlements. The British Museum's first Medieval gallery outside London will bring treasures of international importance to Norwich, further enabling Norwich Castle to take its rightful place as one of the UK's premier heritage attractions. Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery is part of Norfolk Museums Service (NMS), a multi-award winning service comprising ten museums and a study centre. NMS is now regarded as one of the leaders in the museum sector and is a National Portfolio Organisation for Arts Council England. Norfolk Museums Service is a partnership between Norfolk County Council and Norfolk's district councils, funded through council tax, earned income and grants: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk The project will transform the quality and depth of the visitor experience, through enhanced interpretation, immersive displays and innovative learning and engagement programmes for new and existing audiences. Additional information: Norfolk Museums Service (NMS) wishes to enter into a contract for the provision of main exhibition fit out for the 'Norwich Castle: Gateway to Medieval England' redevelopment project at Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery, Castle Hill, Norwich, NR1 3JU. The work of this contract will recreate the palace of the Norman Kings and install a British Museum Partnership Gallery of the medieval period and other interventions to enable visitors to explore the archaeology and history of this 900-year-old landmark. It will include all main exhibition contractor duties, exhibit displays, AV hardware, theatrical lighting, graphic media, physical interactives and associated shop-fit works, including local power. This procurement will be managed electronically via the Council's eProcurement system. To participate in this procurement, applicants must first be registered on the system at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles. Suppliers will be able to see the procurement project under the 'tenders' section and can 'express an interest' to view the documentation. If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the InTend support team by phoning +44 8442728810 or emailing support@in-tend.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c6ae045-dd91-4b0a-ae67-577e6bdb5f0e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | 19 Oct 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Apr 2021 - 14 Jul 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £644,000 | | 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 | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | NORWICH | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR1 2DH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk | | Local authority | Norwich | | Electoral ward | Lakenham | | Westminster constituency | Norwich South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings - 45212311 - Art gallery construction work - 45212313 - Museum construction work - 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services ## Release History - 15 Sep 2020 at 09:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c6ae045-dd91-4b0a-ae67-577e6bdb5f0e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c6ae045-dd91-4b0a-ae67-577e6bdb5f0e 15th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/BuyerProfiles - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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