--- title: "Graphic design for a permanent exhibition area at the National Library of Wales" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-163085" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-163085" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-163085.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-163085.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES" published: "2026-03-19" --- # Graphic design for a permanent exhibition area at the National Library of Wales Buyer: THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-kuma6s-163085 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-163085) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-163085.json) ## Summary The National Library of Wales is conducting a procurement process for graphic design services aimed at enhancing its new permanent exhibition area located in Aberystwyth, Ceredigion. This process, currently at the tender stage, seeks business proposals for the creation, production, and installation of graphic designs that will establish a coherent visual identity across three rooms. Key dates for interested parties include the tender submission deadline on 31 March 2026, followed by the award decision no later than 3 April 2026. The procurement method is open, allowing for a competitive selection of qualified service providers. This tender presents a significant opportunity for graphic design companies to showcase their expertise in creating visually impactful and cohesive designs that align with the Library’s identity. Ideal candidates will be those with experience in designing interpretive elements and promotional materials in exhibition spaces. Companies specialising in graphic design within the arts and cultural sector will find this contract particularly suitable to further their portfolio, establishing lasting collaborations with prominent institutions such as The National Library of Wales. Electronic responses are accepted, facilitating accessibility for interested suppliers to submit proposals efficiently. ## Notice The National Library of Wales (NLW) invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced design companies for the creation, production, and installation of graphic designs for a newly developed exhibition area, with additional introduction and promotional panels. The exhibition area comprises three rooms:Room 1: Introduction to the National Library of WalesRoom 2: Seasonal Exhibition SpaceRoom 3: Seasonal Exhibition SpaceThe physical layout and spatial plan of the new exhibition area have already been determined.This tender focuses on the graphic design, visual identity, and installation of the interpretive elements in Room 1, and a consistent design language for the other print items in Rooms 2 and Room 3, the introduction panel to be located outside of the Rooms, and promotional panels to be located in the alcoves in the Shop/Reception area (see Appendix I - Photographs relating to print items).The exhibition area will have two core functions:Permanent Introduction Space (Room 1) - A visually striking and accessible introduction to the National Library of Wales, its purpose, history, collections, activities, and services.Seasonal Exhibitions (Rooms 2 & 3) - Exhibitions changing on a quarterly basis (every three months).The successful supplier will produce a cohesive and consistent design language across all three rooms, ensuring that the visitor experience feels unified and clearly aligned with the Library's identity.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=163085.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. Please see attached documents(WA Ref:163085) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=163085 | | Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Not specified | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES | | Locality | CEREDIGION | | Post town | Shrewsbury | | Postcode | SY23 3BU | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL41 Mid Wales | | Local authority | Ceredigion | | Electoral ward | Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais | | Westminster constituency | Ceredigion Preseli | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79822500 - Graphic design services ## Release History - 19 Mar 2026 at 09:55 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=163085 ## Notice URLs - https://www.llgc.org.uk - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=163085.The - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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