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Strategy & Business Plan Consultant for Leading Lights Project (National Historic Ships UK)

National Historic Ships UK(buyer)

Published
Published 11 November 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 7 December 2026 (24 days left)

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Overview

National Historic Ships UK is seeking a consultant to undertake an organisational review, co-create a 20-year strategic vision, and develop a 5-year business plan for its grant-aided Leading Lights project. The contract spans both development and delivery phases, requiring sector engagement, market analysis, and documentation aligned with National Lottery Heritage Fund guidelines. The active procurement has an estimated total budget of £60,000 excluding VAT, with proposals due by 7 December 2026.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
£60,000
Procedure
Below threshold - open competition
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
SME suitable
Yes
Published
11 November 2026
Questions by
7 December 2026
Deadline
7 December 2026
Classification (CPV)
Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings

Competition and scoring criteria

Expected competition

4

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Recreational, cultural and sporting services drew a median of 4 bids over the last 24 months; 11% received only one.

How bids will be scored

Price 25% · Quality 75%

  • Appropriateness of the proposed methodology and methods50%
  • The degree of experience to complete the work demonstrated by the bidder25%
  • How well the bidder has structured their time to successfully manage the contract and provide value for money25%

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Market context

Typical award in Recreational, cultural and sporting services

£91,492

Median of 1,186 awards in the last 24 months

National Historic Ships UK in the last 12 months

9

contracts awarded, worth £44,212,647 in total

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Notice history

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  1. Tender Update

    11 November 2026 · 1 document

  2. Contract Notice

    11 November 2026 · 1 document

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