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Westvale Park Open Spaces - Public Art
Reigate and Banstead Borough Council wants a lead consultant to work with artists and contractors to design, manufacture and install permanent artworks in Westvale Park. The works will be site-specific and may include sculptures, land art, eco-art, interactive installations, murals or functional art, shaped by community engagement and built with sustainability in mind.
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Durrington Pump Track Facility Design and Construction
Durrington Town Council wants design and construction of a pump track at their recreation ground in Durrington, suitable for bicycles, scooters, skateboards, and adaptive cycles. The work includes site prep, track build, landscaping, drainage, and associated features like seating, signage, and lighting.
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105042 - Transportation and Storage for Artworks Everywhere Programme
DCMS needs a specialist fine art transport agent to manage distribution and temporary storage of up to 2,000 artworks to around 900 non-traditional gallery sites across England - mostly schools and hospitals.
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Wonderlab Interactive Exhibit Makers (Group 1), The Science and Industry Museum
The Science and Industry Museum in Manchester is commissioning Group 1 interactive exhibits (the 'Hero exhibits') for its new Wonderlab gallery. These are permanent installations designed to create moments of wonder and engagement for children and adults exploring science and innovation.
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Contract for Elba Skatepark, Swansea
Redevelopment of Elba Skatepark in Gowerton, Swansea to create accessible skate and ride facilities. Part of a wider network of wheeled sports facilities across the city and county.
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CtC National Highways - Little Tuberfield & Mount Stephens
Devon County Council is inviting tenders to build nature-based solutions at two sites near Tiverton to improve water quality in Spratford Stream by filtering M5 motorway runoff, and to increase biodiversity in the catchment.
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Sound Design and Recording Services - Manchester Cotton and Transatlantic Slavery Exhibition
The Science Museum Group needs sound design and voiceover recording for a new Manchester Cotton and Transatlantic Slavery Exhibition opening in March 2027. The work covers the overall exhibition soundscape and voiceover recording services.
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Retender PEACEPLUS supported Tender for Delivery of ABC Councils Positive Pathways Programme - an Outdoor Instructor Training programme in Snow Sports and Water Sports
Deliver five 6-month courses training outdoor instructors in snow sports (SSE qualifications) and water sports (Paddle UK, RYA Powerboat L2). Each course has 12 students aged 16+.
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Tender 41/2026 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS Thriving Together Social and Emotional Support Programmes. Rhythm Across Generations, for the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council wants a consultancy to design and deliver seven intergenerational music and dance programmes across the council area, with workshops and celebration events. The work is funded through PEACEPLUS.
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Strategic, Economic, Commercial and Organisational Advisory Services for the National Library of Wales
The National Library of Wales is seeking advisory services to support strategic development and transformation over 2025–2030, including capital investment, new service models, commercial initiatives, and organisational change. The work covers options development, business cases, commercial and financial analysis, and implementation planning.
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RFQ 2026/06 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS “Thriving Together” - Woven Through Time - Exploring the Shared Heritage of Bessbrook
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council wants a consultancy to design and deliver a programme on Bessbrook's industrial heritage, including expert talks, workshops, a walking tour, a study visit, and a practical weaving session.
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Rydal Mount - Brief for a Feasibility Study
The Wordsworth Trust has acquired Rydal Mount, a historic house in the Lake District, and needs a feasibility study to work out how to operate it sustainably while keeping it open to the public. The study will explore different operating models and help the Trust make strategic decisions about the property's future.
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RFQ2026/18 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan Thriving Together Accredited First Aid Course with CPR and AED Trainer Programme for The Mournes, Downpatrick and Rowallane DEAs
Design, develop and deliver an accredited First Aid course with CPR and AED trainer certification across three local areas. The programme combines formal first aid certification with train-the-trainer delivery to equip community and voluntary sector staff.
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Video Games Exhibition - 2D and 3D Design
Science Museum Group needs 2D and 3D design work for a temporary video games exhibition at the National Science and Media Museum in Bradford. The contract covers design services for the exhibition.
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P0890 - Sutton Park High Ropes
Birmingham City Council is looking for an operator to run a high ropes attraction in Sutton Park. The contract runs for 10 years from autumn 2026.
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Operation and Management of the Museum of Farnham [WBC]
Waverley Borough Council is seeking an organisation to operate and manage the Museum of Farnham, a Grade I listed building. The role covers day-to-day running, collections management, exhibitions, learning activities, commercial income generation, and facility management.
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RFQ2026/21 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan Thriving Together From Tradition to Tomorrow, Rural Men’s Skills Exchange – Rowallane DEA
Design, develop and deliver a skills exchange programme for rural men in the Rowallane DEA working in farming, food production and land management. The project will share traditional practices and promote sustainable, environmentally friendly approaches.
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LSL/DC/0223 - Physical Training Equipment Service & Repair
Defence Clothing Team at Leidos Supply needs a framework for supplying, servicing, and repairing physical training equipment for the MoD across four years. Work will be done under the MoD's Logistics Commodities and Services Transformation (LCS(T)) contract.
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RFQ 2026/22 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS Thriving Together PEACEPLUS 3.2 Women in Farming.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is commissioning design and delivery of a cultural integration programme for women in farming across the Slieve Gullion area. The programme will run interactive workshops, farm-based experiences, and peer-learning activities focused on agriculture, diversification, and rural life.
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Operator for Kirkleatham Walled Garden Catering and Events Facility
Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council wants a single operator to run Kirkleatham Walled Garden as a catering and events venue, including admissions, retail, weddings and hire. The contract is a concession for 5 years with an option to extend for another 5 years.
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Tomorrow Gallery - Futures Art Commission: Animal Minds
Science Museum Group wants a digital art commission for a large screen-based display in the Futures zone of the Tomorrow Gallery. The work focuses on the theme of animal minds.
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CO6211 Public Protection Monitoring and Response Service
Tower Hamlets is seeking a contractor to run a 24/7 CCTV control centre, monitoring the borough's camera systems across public areas, housing, leisure facilities and parks, plus handling out-of-hours calls about noise complaints.
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Exhibition Racking Contractor - Project Tullie (Phase 3) Works INVITATION TO TENDER
Tullie House Museum is seeking a contractor to design and install exhibition perimeter racking as part of Phase 3 of a major museum renovation. The racking contractor will work alongside separately-appointed base build and exhibition fit-out teams.
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AVIT Software - Museum of Watford
Watford Borough Council needs a specialist to design, build, test and install bespoke AVIT software for the new Museum of Watford, covering the full lifecycle from concept through post-opening support.
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New Visitor Engagement Hub etc at Scolton Manor
Pembrokeshire County Council is creating a new visitor engagement hub, gift shop, and digital interpretation at Scolton Manor Museum in Haverfordwest. The work includes design, built-in furniture installation, and interpretation of the cellar and other museum rooms.