--- title: "SC0173 - Immersive Exhibition Design & Installation" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH CANALS" published: "2026-04-15" --- # SC0173 - Immersive Exhibition Design & Installation Buyer: SCOTTISH CANALS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474.json) ## Summary Scottish Canals has initiated a tender seeking an Immersive Exhibition Design & Installation Company to develop a new immersive experience at The Falkirk Wheel in Scotland, with the procurement currently at the tender stage. The Falkirk Wheel is a renowned visitor attraction, and this project aims to enhance its offering by creating a high-quality, emotionally engaging experience that attracts visitors year-round. The open procedure invites electronic submission of tenders by 27th May 2026, and the strategic role of this project is highlighted within the wider Falkirk Wheel Masterplan. This contract value is set at £1,100,000 GBP, with the award process slated to commence immediately following the bid submission deadline. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for companies specialising in exhibition design, installation, and immersive experiences. Businesses with expertise in delivering all-weather and engaging visitor attractions will find this project particularly suited to their capabilities. Located in Glasgow, Scottish Canals seeks a supplier who can significantly enhance visitor experience, which may contribute to extended visitor dwell times and improved operational success at The Falkirk Wheel. Those capable of creating valuable emotional and educational experiences are encouraged to compete, potentially unlocking long-term business growth in the attractions sector. The procurement process embraces competition through quality and price criteria, providing a fair opportunity for innovative service providers. ## Notice Scottish Canals invites tenders for the appointment of an Immersive Exhibition Design & Installation Company (the Supplier) to undertake the design, build and installation of a new, purpose-built Immersive Experience and Exhibition (the Experience) at The Falkirk Wheel - one of Scotland's most iconic visitor attractions. The existing visitor offer at The Falkirk Wheel is highly successful but is predominantly outdoor, seasonal and operationally constrained. There is currently a gap in the offer for a high-quality, all-weather, emotionally engaging experience that deepens understanding of the site, supports paid entry and encourages longer dwell times. The Immersive Experience Building forms a cornerstone project within the wider Falkirk Wheel Masterplan and will play a central strategic role in enhancing the visitor offer, restructuring the customer journey, and supporting the commercial, operational and experiential success of the site. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Scottish Canals invites tenders for the appointment of an Immersive Exhibition Design & Installation Company (the Supplier) to undertake the design, build and installation of a new, purpose-built Immersive Experience and Exhibition (the Experience) at The Falkirk Wheel - one of Scotland's most iconic visitor attractions. The existing visitor offer at The Falkirk Wheel is highly successful but is predominantly outdoor, seasonal and operationally constrained. There is currently a gap in the offer for a high-quality, all-weather, emotionally engaging experience that deepens understanding of the site, supports paid entry and encourages longer dwell times. The Immersive Experience Building forms a cornerstone project within the wider Falkirk Wheel Masterplan and will play a central strategic role in enhancing the visitor offer, restructuring the customer journey, and supporting the commercial, operational and experiential success of the site. Renewal: 12 months optional extension ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553917 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - 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 | 15 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 27 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,100,000 | | Lots value | £1,100,000 | | 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 | SCOTTISH CANALS | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G4 9SP | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Canal | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79930000 - Specialty design services ## Release History - 15 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553917 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553917 SC0173 - Immersive Exhibition Design & Installation - Scottish Canals invites tenders for the appointment of an Immersive Exhibition Design & Installation Company (the Supplier) to undertake the design, build and installation of a new, purpose-built Immersive Experience and Exhibition (the Experience) at The Falkirk Wheel - one of Scotland's most iconic visitor attractions. The existing visitor offer at The Falkirk Wheel is highly successful but is predominantly outdoor, seasonal and operationally constrained. There is currently a gap in the offer for a high-quality, all-weather, emotionally engaging experience that deepens understanding of the site, supports paid entry and encourages longer dwell times. The Immersive Experience Building forms a cornerstone project within the wider Falkirk Wheel Masterplan and will play a central strategic role in enhancing the visitor offer, restructuring the customer journey, and supporting the commercial, operational and experiential success of the site. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.scottishcanals.co.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/go/71291657019D9103A0D7 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829474.json.