---
title: "Services of Inverness Castle, Exhibition and Content Design Partner"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000648346"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HIGH LIFE HIGHLAND"
published: "2022-02-03"
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# Services of Inverness Castle, Exhibition and Content Design Partner

Buyer: HIGH LIFE HIGHLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000648346

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Services of Inverness Castle, Exhibition and Content Design Partner" is initiated by High Life Highland, located in Inverness, UK. This project falls under the services category and is currently at the award stage, with the contract being active. The contract was signed on 6 July 2021, with a total value of £498,150, covering a contract period from 10 May 2021 to 29 November 2024. Interested suppliers were required to submit their proposals electronically before the deadline of 30 April 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in exhibition design and content development, particularly those experienced in creating engaging visitor experiences in historical contexts. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in interactive installations, multimedia content, and project management would be well-suited competitors, as they can play a vital role in the enhancement of Inverness Castle's appeal as a tourist destination.

## Notice

High Life Highland, on behalf of The Highland Council, are seeking a partner to undertake a design process for the Inverness Castle Visitor Experience. The design services required relate to the exhibition, attraction and other content (physical or nonphysical) to be delivered within the Castle and in the landscaped gardens.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

High Life Highland, on behalf of The Highland Council, will initially appoint a partner to undertake a design process for the Inverness Castle Visitor Experience. The design services required relate to the exhibition, attraction and other content (physical or nonphysical) to be delivered within the Castle and in the landscaped gardens. This is expected to include a wide range (and scale) of installations, objects, media, projection, text and interactive digital opportunities for the visitor.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB439577 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 10 May 2021 - 29 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £498,150 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HIGH LIFE HIGHLAND |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 5NS |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MATHER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services
- 92300000 - Entertainment services
- 92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2022 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB439577
- 3 Aug 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423054
- 22 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410078

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=20
  21st April 2021 - THIRD FLOOR PLAN
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=19
  21st April 2021 - SPIRIT OF THE HIGHLANDS LOGO
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=18
  21st April 2021 - SPIRIT OF THE HIGHLANDS LOGO GUIDELINES
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=17
  16th April 2021 - MASTERPLAN
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=16
  12th April 2021 - LONG VIEW PLAN PDF - RELOADED AS EARLIER VERSION NOT OPENING
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=15
  9th April 2021 - LONG SECTION PLAN PDF
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=14
  8th April 2021 - Environmental Policy
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=13
  6th April 2021 - Castle Dwg files
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=12
  6th April 2021 - Castle Dwg Files
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=1
  22nd March 2021 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=2
  22nd March 2021 - Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=3
  22nd March 2021 - List of Key Staff
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=4
  22nd March 2021 - Non Disclosure
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=5
  22nd March 2021 - Certificate of Bona Fide Tendering
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=6
  22nd March 2021 - Form of Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=7
  22nd March 2021 - Conditions of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=8
  22nd March 2021 - Schedule of Rates
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=9
  22nd March 2021 - Draft Room Layouts
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=10
  22nd March 2021 - Floor plans
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR410078&idx=11
  22nd March 2021 - Design Team Structure
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410078
  Services of Inverness Castle, Exhibition and Content Design Partner - High Life Highland, on behalf of The Highland Council, are seeking a partner to undertake a design process for the Inverness Castle Visitor Experience. The design services required relate to the exhibition, attraction and other content (physical or nonphysical) to be delivered within the Castle and in the landscaped gardens.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG423054
  Services of Inverness Castle, Exhibition and Content Design Partner - High Life Highland, on behalf of The Highland Council, are seeking a partner to undertake a design process for the Inverness Castle Visitor Experience. The design services required relate to the exhibition, attraction and other content (physical or nonphysical) to be delivered within the Castle and in the landscaped gardens.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB439577
  Services of Inverness Castle, Exhibition and Content Design Partner

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.highlifehighland.com
- http://www.matherandco.com
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000648346
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/authority

## Provenance

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