Public Address and Voice Alarm Design Consultant
Description: The NHM intends to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Lead Design Consultant to provide professional services in connection with the upgrade and replacement of the Public Address and Voice Alarm (PAVA) system across the Museum estate. The Consultant will be expected to take on Electrical Design Services and the BSA Principal Designer Role which can either be in house or sub-contracted to the Lead Designer. Design Consultancy Services will be required for this project from RIBA Stage 1 - 7. However, due toe funding availability, only services for RIBA stages 1-4 are guaranteed. Future works on the project is expected to last to March 2030 and is subject to the Museum receiving funding. During the tender, confidential information will be shared requiring the completion of an NDA (read more...)
Summary: The Natural History Museum, located in London, is seeking to appoint a Lead Design Consultant for the upgrade and replacement of its Public Address and Voice Alarm (PAVA) system. This open tender process, classified under services within the building services consultancy and safety consultancy industry categories, includes a project value estimated at GBP 200,000 to GBP 240,000. The tender stage commenced on 30th April 2026, with submissions due by 4th June 2026, and queries permitted until 28th May 2026. The project spans from RIBA Stage 1 through Stage 7, though guaranteed services currently extend to RIBA Stages 1-4, as funding is subject to availability. The consultancy services will be executed within the UKI region, with a proposed award decision by 10th August 2026 and contract commencement on 17th August 2026, potentially extending the project until 2030 based on funding renewals.