Activity & Interpretation Plan Consultant

The appointed consultant will prepare a comprehensive Activity & Interpretation Plan which demonstrates how people will engage with St Peter's Church and the wider heritage of Thetford through:

• Learning;
• Volunteering;
• Skills development;
• Community engagement;
• Interpretation;
• Participation;
• Events;
• Training;
• Outreach activities.

The consultant shall ensure that the Activity & Interpretation Plan is fully aligned with NLHF requirements and capable of supporting a successful Delivery Phase application.

The Activity Plan shall identify opportunities for community involvement, volunteering, learning, training, events and wider public engagement, together with recommendations for sustainable delivery and long-term legacy.

The Interpretation Plan shall identify and communicate the key heritage themes, stories and significance of St Peter's Church, establish target audiences, and develop recommendations for accessible and engaging interpretation that supports the project's vision and outcomes.

The Consultant shall ensure that both plans are fully integrated and aligned with the requirements of the National Lottery Heritage Fund and other funding stakeholders, providing a practical framework for implementation during the Delivery Phase.

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract. Contract summary Industry - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 73000000 Location of contract IP24 2DS Value of contract £20,000 to £25,000 Procurement reference Thet 2026 07 Published date 6 November 2026 Closing date 27 November 2026 Closing time 12pm Contract start date 14 December 2026 Contract end date 14 July 2027 Contract type Service contract Procedure type Open procedure (below threshold) Contract is suitable for SMEs? Yes Contract is suitable for VCSEs? Yes Description The appointed consultant will prepare a comprehensive Activity & Interpretation Plan which demonstrates how people will engage with St Peter's Church and the wider heritage of Thetford through:

• Learning;
• Volunteering;
• Skills development;
• Community engagement;
• Interpretation;
• Participation;
• Events;
• Training;
• Outreach activities.

The consultant shall ensure that the Activity & Interpretation Plan is fully aligned with NLHF requirements and capable of supporting a successful Delivery Phase application. The Activity Plan shall identify opportunities for community involvement, volunteering, learning, training, events and wider public engagement, together with recommendations for sustainable delivery and long-term legacy. The Interpretation Plan shall identify and communicate the key heritage themes, stories and significance of St Peter's Church, establish target audiences, and develop recommendations for accessible and engaging interpretation that supports the project's vision and outcomes. The Consultant shall ensure that both plans are fully integrated and aligned with the requirements of the National Lottery Heritage Fund and other funding stakeholders, providing a practical framework for implementation during the Delivery Phase. More information - Attachments -

- Activity & Interpretation Plan Consultant Tender .docx - Tender notice - Contract brief How to apply Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Contact name Susan Moore Address The Carngie THETFORD IP242DS England

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Closing: 27 November 2026, 12pm