Tender: Accessibility and Inclusion Consultancy for New Wing at the National Gallery, Trafalgar Square

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The National Gallery is seeking a supplier for an Accessibility and Inclusion Consultant to support delivery of a new development at its Trafalgar Square site in central London. The consultant will develop and coordinate accessibility and inclusion strategies across the project in a highly constrained and heritage-sensitive urban context, covering physical access, circulation, movement, wayfinding, visitor experience, inclusive design, operational accessibility and integration with the existing National Gallery estate. Appointment covers professional services across RIBA Stages 0–7 as set out in the Form of Appointment. Candidates must demonstrate capability, capacity and relevant UK experience on projects of comparable scale, complexity and sensitivity, including cultural, public or civic institutions, existing operational environments and heritage-sensitive contexts. The role includes leading strategy development; advising the client and project team on compliance and inclusive design; supporting planning, Building Regulations and statutory approvals including Access Statements; engaging user groups, access panels and stakeholders; coordinating accessibility requirements with the Architect, Landscape Architect, Planning Consultant, Fire Engineer, Security Consultant, Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health Engineer, Cost Consultant and other disciplines; and supporting design, procurement, construction, handover and post-occupancy stages.