---
title: "Dundee Heritage Trust - 100 Years of the RRS Discovery"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05879c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
published: "2025-08-14"
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# Dundee Heritage Trust - 100 Years of the RRS Discovery

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05879c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "Dundee Heritage Trust - 100 Years of the RRS Discovery" was led by the National Oceanography Centre, a public authority located in Southampton, United Kingdom. The contract is within the services industry category, particularly concerning museum services, and is situated in Dundee, UK. The process is currently at the award stage, having been awarded to Dundee Industrial Heritage SCIO, with the contract period running from 29th July 2025 to 31st October 2025. The procurement method used was direct and below threshold, meaning it was executed without competition, making it a specialised contract award directly aligned with event planning services.

This tender presents growth opportunities in the cultural and event management sectors, especially for businesses involved in museum services and public event planning. Companies with expertise in logistics for public events, venue coordination, and community engagement strategies would find this contract particularly suitable. The focus on providing inclusive and accessible events also highlights a demand for services that can enhance the community’s interaction with cultural events, positioning similar SMEs and VCSEs to leverage their unique competencies in delivering value to significant public celebrations like this centennial event.

## Notice

To mark the 100th anniversary of the RRS Discovery, arrangements have been made for a public event hosted at the museum in Dundee. The museum will provide the venue and deliver a programme aligned with its existing operations and curatorial expertise. The provision includes: Venue hire Waived ticketing to support accessibility for schools and community groups Coach access Other essential event-related services This arrangement ensures the effective delivery of a culturally significant event, supporting inclusive participation and alignment with the museum's programming and logistical capabilities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048632-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Jul 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £25,710 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO14 3ZH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Bargate |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DUNDEE INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE SCIO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92521000 - Museum services

## Release History

- 14 Aug 2025 at 09:09 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048632-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048632-2025
  14th August 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bing.com/search?q=Dundee+Industrial+Heritage+SCIO&cvid=57dba178ce4547f98cfb59bafa678754&gs_lcrp=EgRlZGdlKgYIABBFGDkyBggAEEUYOTIICAEQ6QcY_FXSAQc2OThqMGo0qAIIsAIB&FORM=ANAB01&PC=U531
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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