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title: "Design, production & installation of interpretation for Glencoe Visitor Centre"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000774677"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND"
published: "2024-08-09"
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# Design, production & installation of interpretation for Glencoe Visitor Centre

Buyer: NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000774677

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## Summary

The National Trust for Scotland is inviting tenders for the comprehensive design, production, and installation of interpretation at the Glencoe Visitor Centre. This procurement, classified under the "Conservation and heritage" industry category, is located in Edinburgh and addresses the UKM6 region. The process is currently in the Tender stage, following an open procurement method. Potential suppliers must submit their proposals electronically, with the tender period concluding on 6th September 2024 at 12:00 PM. The subsequent award period will commence on the same day at 1:00 PM.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies experienced in interpretation service design and delivery. Particularly, businesses specialising in AV (audio-visual) production, interactive elements, and heritage content creation would be well-suited for this project. The successful contractor will collaborate with the Highlands & Islands Curator and the operations manager at the Glencoe and Glenfinnan locations, ensuring a seamless integration of interpretive elements into the visitor experience. This project not only requires adept content research and multilingual (English and Gaelic) production but also provides a platform for showcasing innovation in heritage presentation.

## Notice

The Trust is inviting Tenders for a comprehensive Design and Build service in respect of interpretation at Glencoe Visitor Centre.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Trust is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced team to work closely with the Highlands & Islands Curator, Glencoe and Glenfinnan Operations Manager and wider project team to take forward key elements of the Interpretation Plan. This project focuses on the Visitor Centre, with complementary interventions in other spaces. The contract is for the design, production, delivery and installation of interpretation. This will involve: - Preparing concept and detailed designs based on the Interpretation Plan. - Undertaking content research and sourcing permissions for graphic, print or AV interpretive elements. - The production of content in English and Gaelic (where appropriate). - The production, delivery and installation of interpretation, including any AV (hardware and software) and interactive elements (mechanical and/or digital). - Liaising with the Glencoe and Glenfinnan Operations Manager to ensure that the installation is fully coordinated with the operational duties of the site. - Providing a user guide for ongoing operations and upkeep of all equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511746 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2024 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH11 4DF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Sighthill/Gorgie |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92310000 - Artistic and literary creation and interpretation services

## Release History

- 9 Aug 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511746

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511746&idx=3
  9th August 2024 - Appendix 2 - Site Plans & Images
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511746&idx=4
  9th August 2024 - Appendix 3 - NTS Consultancy Agreement
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511746&idx=1
  9th August 2024 - Design, production & installation of interpretation for Glencoe Visitor Centre ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG511746&idx=2
  9th August 2024 - Appendix 1 - Glencoe Interpretation Plan
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG511746
  Design, production & installation of interpretation for Glencoe Visitor Centre - The Trust is inviting Tenders for a comprehensive Design and Build service in respect of interpretation at Glencoe Visitor Centre.

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- https://www.nts.org.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=774677
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