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title: "National Trust NI - Divis - A View to the Future Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04ed85"
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buyer: "THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY"
published: "2025-03-14"
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# National Trust NI - Divis - A View to the Future Project

Buyer: THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR PLACES OF HISTORIC INTEREST OR NATURAL BEAUTY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ed85

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## Summary

The National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty has initiated a procurement process for the "National Trust NI - Divis - A View to the Future Project". This project aims to improve access, enhance engagement and ensure the long-term protection of the landscape around Divis and the Black Mountain in Northern Ireland. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with a timeline including key dates such as the RFI Clarification Period closing on 4th April 2025, RFI returns due by 11th April 2025, and the main contract anticipated to commence around August/September 2025. This procurement falls under the construction industry category with a gross value of £2,500,000 and follows an open competition method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction work, particularly those with experience in complex projects and site management close to public areas. The procurement seeks suppliers with strong capability and relevant experience to deliver the capital works associated with the project. This project can facilitate business growth by acquiring major contracts and enhancing the firm's portfolio of high-profile projects. Firms looking to participate should be prepared to meet various evaluation criteria, including technical ability, market solutions offered, and comprehensive management and communication plans. Potential suppliers are encouraged to register their interest and access the tender pack via the Proactis Plaza portal.

## Notice

Divis - A View to the Future Project has been made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we are improving access, enhancing engagement and ensuring the long-term protection of this unique landscape. This Request for Information (RFI) sets out the Trust's situation and objectives in respect of the "Divis - A View to the Future Project". The proposed works within this project lie across Divis and the Black Mountain, Northern Ireland, with four main areas of focus at the visitor hub and entrance from Divis Road, the Summit, the boardwalk south of Divis masts, and the existing farm track connecting the eastern side of the site to the Glencairn Road. Out with these areas, elements of signage and interpretation are required along the walking trails. The RFI seeks initial information from a range of suppliers as to possible solutions, capacity, capability and relevant experience. This two-stage procurement process is for the appointment of a Main Contractor / Principal Contractor to deliver the construction works associated with capital works outlined in the tender pack. Tender Timeline Event Anticipated Dates Request for Information (RFI) issued 14th March 2025 RFI Clarification Period Closes 4th April 2025 (12pm) Return of RFI 11th April 2025 (12pm) Request for Proposal (RFP) issued 28th April 2025 RFP Clarification Period Closes 2nd June 2025 (12pm) Return of RFP 9th June 2025 (12pm) Award Contract July 2025 Contract Start August/September 2025 Register your interest to access the tender pack via the Proactis portal. http://www.proactisplaza.com/ Search for The National Trust in the opportunities section and follow the instructions

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Additional works if identified during the course of the project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009539-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 1 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,500,000 |
| Lots value | £2,500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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 | KEMBLE DRIVE |
| 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

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2025 at 16:56 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009539-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009539-2025
  14th March 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.proactisplaza.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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