CONTRACT NOTICE – NATIONAL

1 Authority Details

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Authority Name and Address

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Address from which documentation may be obtained

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Completed documents must be returned to:

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2 Contract Details

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Title

SU201(23) Feasibility Options Consultancy for the South Wales Miners’ Library

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Description of the goods or services required

The South Wales Miners' Library (SWML) at Swansea University was opened in October 1973 to house material collected by the Coalfield History Project. There is a pressing need to relocate the SWML from its current location to new premises. An opportunity to move the collection into short-term accommodation has arisen but longer-term options are to be explored. The project therefore provides an opportunity to consider how the collections in the SWML can be preserved and presented to new audiences, future proofing this significant cultural asset.

The aim is to produce a detailed feasibility study and appraisal of options to support the future location of the South Wales Miners’ Library (SWML).

Key Deliverables

• The maximum budget for this requirement including any expenses is £28,000 ex VAT (£35,000 including VAT).

• This is externally funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and may be subject to funding conditions

• Interim findings will be presented for review by 29 March 2024. Following this review any further work and refinements will be completed by 30 April 2024.

• The report should be delivered in English in hard copy and electronically. The electronic copies should be provided in PDF format and Word/RTF format.

NOTE: The authority is using eTenderwales to carry out this procurement process. To obtain further information record your interest on Sell2Wales at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=135281

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Notice Coding and Classification

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Total quantity or scope of tender

3 Conditions for Participation

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Minimum standards and qualification required

4 Administrative Information

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Type of Procedure

Single stage

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Reference number attributed to the notice by the contracting authority

SU201(23)

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Time Limits

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Language or languages in which tenders or requests to participate can be drawn up

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Tender Submission Postbox

5 Other Information

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Additional Information

(WA Ref:135281)

The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding.

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Additional Documentation

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Publication date of this notice