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# Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings Interpretation Scheme - Design and Build

[Historic England](https://tendernation.io/buyers/historic-england)

Estimated value

£800,000

Published

22 Jul 2020

Deadline

Closed

24 Aug 2020

## About this tender

Dear Suppliers, as a public body, Historic England is bound by the Public Contract Regulations (2015), which means that we operate in a transparent, fair and open manner for all advertised tender opportunities, meaning that we will not be able to enter in to any telephone or e-mail dialogue at this time. Any queries therefore should be channelled through our e-procurement portal In-Tend, so that we are able to post considered responses to all supplier questions; making the same information available to all where appropriate. We kindly therefore ask that interested suppliers do not use the contact information given for named individuals unless there is a genuine reason for doing so; but please be assured that any questions asked through the portal will be answered on a regular basis.

If you are experiencing technical issues with Intend, please do not hesitate to contact Lisa Middleton on 01793 414046 or e-mail  directly.

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### Brief overview

Innovation runs through the heart of Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings. Big ideas and globally important moments are integral to the heritage and future of this site, and we are looking for bold thinkers to approach its industrial canvas to create an interpretation scheme as innovative as the building itself. We want to celebrate its past, inspire future innovation and help local communities feel proud of their iconic landmark and its global significance.

The challenge is to bring together its industrial heritage, architectural uniqueness and social history, and make these relevant to people today. The comprehensive interpretation scheme also needs to complement the building's new use, inspiring creativity, reflection and providing a crucial element of the visitor experience, whilst allowing its commercial tenants to flourish in their new surrounds.

We are seeking a single design team or consortium as lead consultants to contract and work with, to act as a design and build contractor that will deliver a scheme right through to handover. The team will need to have experience of working on heritage projects, place making and storytelling, and be as inspired by this iconic site as we are. We are looking for a creative approach in line with the brand values of Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings:

â&#128;¢ Pioneering: Embracing the bold to continue the legacy and create memorable experiences

â&#128;¢ Innovative: Cultivating an environment which continues the tradition of thought leadership

â&#128;¢ Adaptive: Producing flexible and creative new uses for a sustainable future

â&#128;¢ Collaborative: Bringing communities and ideas together to generate positive impact

We are looking for creative innovators who can ...

Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity should register at [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historic-england/aspx/Home) in orderto express interest and download documentation.

Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

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## CPV classification

Museum-exhibition services

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

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