Tender

SIM 2D & 3D Exhibition Design Services for Horrible Science

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Tender

05 Feb 2025 at 15:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group is seeking design services for the Horrible Science exhibition, encompassing 2D and 3D design, visitor journey planning, small interactive elements, case layouts, and optional lighting design. The exhibition will be showcased at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester and the Science Museum in London. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure below the threshold. The tender was published on 5th February 2025, with submissions due by 28th February 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 24th March 2025 and conclude on 31st March 2027. The primary industry category is Design Services, with additional classification under Museum-exhibition services, making it a valuable opportunity for professionals in the creative and design industries.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in exhibition design, interactive installations, and museum services will find this project particularly advantageous. By securing this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio with high-profile projects in prominent cultural institutions in Manchester and London, providing substantial visibility and industry recognition. The open procurement method ensures a competitive and transparent selection process, encouraging innovative proposals from diverse industry participants.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SIM 2D & 3D Exhibition Design Services for Horrible Science

Notice Description

The purpose of this tendering exercise is to appoint design of the exhibition, including: visitor journey, 3D design, 2D design, small scale interactives, case layouts and optional lighting design. The site of the works is the Science and Industry Museum (SIM), Manchester, in the Special Exhibitions Gallery (SEG), and Science Museum (SM), London, in the Special Exhibitions Gallery 1 (SEG 1). SIM will act as main client and point of contact. Please find the details in the tender document pack. Additional information: You can view our tender documents and apply for the opportunity here: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0facf86a-1807-403d-be04-4eee1ee26fa7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d79dfbbb-2f15-4204-bb35-c1e23c5ae4f5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

22314000 - Designs

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP
Contact Name
Catherine Mak
Contact Email
catherine.mak@sciencemuseum.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01904 686 291

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW7 2DD
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

Further Information

Notice Documents

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