Summary of the contracting process

The National Museum of the Royal Navy (NMRN) is currently in the tender stage for the project titled "Provision of Interpretation for Victory Live: The Big Repair Project". This project falls under the industry category of Museum services (CPV code 92521000) and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender, which was published on 14th January 2025, seeks a design and build contractor to refresh and update the narrative and interpretative outputs for the Victory Live project. Key dates include a tender period ending on 17th February 2025 at 12:00 PM, and a contract period starting on 21st March 2025 and ending on 21st March 2027. The procurement method being used is an open procedure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in design and build services, particularly those with expertise in museum services and historical conservation projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, with up to £50,000 in funding available, split over two financial years (2024-2025 and 2025-2026). This project allows companies to demonstrate their capabilities in high-profile conservation work and strengthens their portfolio by contributing to the protection and conservation of a national heritage site, HMS Victory. Businesses adept in innovative interpretative solutions will find this an excellent opportunity to collaborate with NMRN and gain visibility in the industry.

Tender

Provision of Interpretation for Victory Live: The Big Repair Project

NMRN OPERATIONS

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

14th January 2025 17:45:18 PM

Tender Deadline

17th February 2025 12:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

The National Museum of the Royal Navy is currently delivering Victory Live: The Big Repair, one of the largest conservation projects in the UK which aims to fight the impact of moisture, fungus and pests that are threatening HMS Victory. This requires the careful removal of rotting material from the hull and replacing it with new oak. This painstaking work is being undertaken by our skilled team of shipwrights, riggers, conservators and archaeologists. The project will ensure that HMS Victory is protected for a minimum of 50 years.The National Museum of the Royal Navy (NMRN) is seeking to appoint a design and build contractor to refresh and update the narrative / interpretative outputs required for Victory Live: The Big Repair project. Up to GPB-50,000 *Payment award will be split over two financial years i.e. 2024-2025 and 2025-2026.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-3108411c-1352-410e-9546-75c08e385b73

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

92521000

CPV Division(s)

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services
Awarding Authority

NMRN OPERATIONS

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

tenders@nmrn.org.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 2392891370

Buyer Address

HM Naval Base (PP66)

Portsmouth

PO1 3NH

England

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Provision of Interpretation for Victory Live: The Big Repair Project

NMRN OPERATIONS

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