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title: "Uist Virtual Archaeology Project - production of a digital augmented reality (AR) App and mixed-media experience"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029375"
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# Uist Virtual Archaeology Project - production of a digital augmented reality (AR) App and mixed-media experience

Buyer: COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029375

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## Summary

The Uist Virtual Archaeology Project, led by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, aims to produce a digital augmented reality (AR) app and mixed-media experiences. This project falls under the information technology services industry category and is located in Stornoway, Outer Hebrides, UK. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, with a contract value of approximately £188,593.94, signed on 9th October 2020. The procurement method used is an open procedure, allowing for broad participation in the tendering process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in digital technology, particularly those with expertise in augmented reality and multimedia production. Companies capable of delivering high-quality, cross-platform digital applications that engage users can benefit from this initiative, especially those focused on tourism-related projects. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and quality, firms that can navigate the complexities of historical content and technology integration will find themselves well-positioned to compete and enhance their market presence.

## Notice

The production of a digital augmented reality (AR) App and mixed-media experiences which will deliver: - A digital App containing high-quality computer-generated Augmented Reality (AR) reconstructions of seven archaeological sites in Uist, Outer Hebrides. - Content for two mixed-media exhibitions - Engagement activities and support surrounding the creation of these digital products

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The production of a digital augmented reality (AR) App and mixed-media experiences which will deliver: - A digital App containing high-quality computer-generated Augmented Reality (AR) reconstructions of seven archaeological sites in Uist, Outer Hebrides. - Content for two mixed-media exhibitions - Engagement activities and support surrounding the creation of these digital products The products will be created in consultation and collaboration with the Project Team (Archaeology staff from Lews Castle College UHI). The AR App and mixed-media experiences will be used by both locals and visitors and will form a key new tourism offering in Uist to help attract visitors to the region. The App must be cross-platform and publicly available, suitable for both iOS and Android operating systems (tablet and phone compatible) and be designed to a high standard where it functions in an intuitive and efficient way.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003086-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £188,593 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COMHAIRLE NAN EILEAN SIAR |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| Locality | STORNOWAY |
| Post town | Outer Hebrides |
| Postcode | HS1 2BW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Na h-Eileanan Siar |
| Electoral ward | Steòrnabhagh a Deas |
| Westminster constituency | Na h-Eileanan an Iar |
| Delivery location | TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PEEL INTERACTIVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72222300 - Information technology services

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2021 at 10:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003086-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:243248-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.cne-siar.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00262

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