MOUNT MAKING CONTRACT

Concepts

• edinburgh
• museum exhibition services
• scotland
• specialist mount
• mount maker
• scale of mount
• mount
• larger projects
• historic collections
• small archaeological finds

Location

Scotland:

Description

HES requires specialist mount making services primarily, but not exclusively, for its historic collections held at Properties in Care throughout Scotland. These collections vary greatly in size, material and theme. Examples include small archaeological finds, large carved stones, artillery, books and archival material etc. HES hold material associated with over 160 properties across Scotland.

Total Quantity or Scope

The scale of mount making required will vary from site to site. Some projects may only require one object to be mounted. Larger projects may require over 100 objects to be mounted. Project priorities are fast changing and the mount maker needs to be adaptable to this. The contract requires the Supplier to carry out work both off and on site. Approximately 25% of Historic Environment Scotland’s collections are comprised of stone, which range in size and weight. When working with these collections, the mount maker may be required to work alongside Historic Environment Scotland’s Applied Conservation and Monument Conservation teams in order to access and move objects. Experience of setting up and using lifting equipment and scaffolding is essential, as is a knowledge of the relevant health and safety legislation that covers this type of work.

Renewal Options

There will be an option to extend for up to a further 24 months, reviewed annually.

CPV Codes

• 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Indicators

• This is a recurring contract.
• Renewals are available.
• Financial restrictions apply.
• Staff qualifications are relevant.

Other Information

** PREVIEW NOTICE, please check Find a Tender for full details. ** When you are submitting your response please identify clearly any terms and conditions clauses that may cause an issue. HES will not negotiate at contract award or post contract award. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=739587. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx. Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-pr... A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows: HES is looking for suppliers who can offer benefits such as apprenticeships or work experience, working with local supply chains, or undertaking local or national community work. We encourage suppliers to put forward their own initiatives as well. (SC Ref:739587) Download the ESPD document here: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=739587