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title: "Design Competition for Timespan Redevelopment Feasibility Study"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE ROYAL INCORPORATION OF ARCHITECTS IN SCOTLAND (RIAS)"
published: "2024-10-21"
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# Design Competition for Timespan Redevelopment Feasibility Study

Buyer: THE ROYAL INCORPORATION OF ARCHITECTS IN SCOTLAND (RIAS)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000778022

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## Summary

The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) has issued a tender for a design competition regarding the redevelopment feasibility study for Timespan in Helmsdale. This tender falls under the services category and aims to support Timespan's strategic plan for 2025-2028 through a comprehensive revitalisation of its building. The project addresses the evolving needs of the community, the impact of the climate crisis, and the legacies of colonialism and extractivism. The procurement follows a selective approach (restricted procedure), and the final deadline for submissions has been extended to 23rd October 2024. The planned appointment for the design team is set for late 2024, with the feasibility study expected to be completed by July 2025. The location for the delivery of services is Helmsdale, UKM6 region.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for architectural firms specialising in refurbishment and sustainability initiatives. Businesses with expertise in integrating zero-carbon technologies, as well as those experienced in working within the cultural sector and rural settings, are particularly well-suited to compete. Collaboration with community stakeholders and other professionals is a key component of this project, emphasising sustainability, accessibility, and community involvement. The tender allows for substantial business growth among firms capable of handling large-scale, grant-funded projects while delivering innovative and resilient designs that align with community and environmental priorities.

## Notice

Timespan finds itself at a pivotal juncture, marked by significant transformation efforts. This moment is critical, requiring a comprehensive revitalisation of our entire building to support our strategic plan for 2025-2028 (see attached). The need for redevelopment stems from our commitment to unlocking Timespan's full potential as a cohesive, sustainable museum and cultural institution. A feasibility study will inform this transformation, ensuring Timespan evolves into a more accessible, sustainable, and inclusive institution. The study will shape significant changes across both our physical infrastructure and the interpretive narratives that reflect our community's evolving needs and the broader impacts of the climate crisis and the legacies of colonialism and extractivism.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Timespan intends to appoint an architect-led design team to provide the design services required to review the current material and progress a Feasibility Study. A Feasibility Study for Timespan's building will guide our future strategic investment into the building and narratives presented. This study will produce a comprehensive report, detailing designs and costs to RIBA Stage 1. Aligned with Timespan's mission to use arts, heritage, digital technologies, education, wellbeing, and community building as catalysts for political, social, cultural, environmental, and communal change, the feasibility study will prioritise sustainability, accessibility, and community involvement. Through collaboration with architects, communities, youth partners, and experts, we aim to develop a sustainable design, accurate costing, and a resilient project plan. Our goal is to enhance the vision and resilience of our facility, ensuring it remains a vibrant and inclusive community asset for the future. Due to the grant funded nature of the project, the contract for services may pause or end after the completion of any RIBA stage. Timespan intends to instruct to RIBA Stage 1 completion initially, with a planned start date for design team appointment for the project late 2024, with completion of the feasibility study in July 2025 and a contract start on site after a fundraising campaign in circa summer 2027.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516553 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | £30,000 |
| 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 ROYAL INCORPORATION OF ARCHITECTS IN SCOTLAND (RIAS) |
| Additional buyers | TIMESPAN |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 2BE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | East Sutherland and Edderton |
| Westminster constituency | Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71210000 - Advisory architectural services
- 71220000 - Architectural design services
- 71221000 - Architectural services for buildings
- 71222000 - Architectural services for outdoor areas
- 71223000 - Architectural services for building extensions
- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis
- 79314000 - Feasibility study

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2024 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT516553
- 13 Sep 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514259

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP514259&idx=5
  18th October 2024 - Draft ITT Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP514259&idx=3
  13th September 2024 - Timespan Evaluation Report
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP514259&idx=4
  13th September 2024 - Timespan Review and Development Plan
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP514259&idx=1
  13th September 2024 - Competition Brief
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP514259&idx=2
  13th September 2024 - Timespan Strategic Plan
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP514259
  Design Competition for Timespan Redevelopment Feasibility Study - Timespan finds itself at a pivotal juncture, marked by significant transformation efforts. This moment is critical, requiring a comprehensive revitalisation of our entire building to support our strategic plan for 2025-2028 (see attached). The need for redevelopment stems from our commitment to unlocking Timespan's full potential as a cohesive, sustainable museum and cultural institution. A feasibility study will inform this transformation, ensuring Timespan evolves into a more accessible, sustainable, and inclusive institution. The study will shape significant changes across both our physical infrastructure and the interpretive narratives that reflect our community's evolving needs and the broader impacts of the climate crisis and the legacies of colonialism and extractivism.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://rias.org.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=778022
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- http://www.publicontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000778022
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=778022

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