Tender

NRM Railway Firsts Exhibition Fitout

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group is seeking a principal contractor to deliver the fitout services for the Railway Firsts exhibition at the National Railway Museum in York and Locomotion. This encompasses the fabrication and installation of all setworks, including 3D elements, graphics, AV, and other interpretive content. The exhibition, consisting of 12 pop-up installations, aims to highlight significant 'firsts' in the rail industry and provide visitors with an engaging, story-driven experience. The contract, issued under an open procedure, is currently in the tender stage with key dates including a tender end date of 1st November 2024, and a contract period starting from 18th November 2024 until 31st January 2026. The exhibition is scheduled to open in February 2025, forming part of the wider Festival 2025 programme.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in museum construction and services, particularly those with expertise in complex fitouts involving multimedia and interpretive elements. It is designed to be accessible to SMEs and VCSEs, providing a notable platform for expanding their portfolios with high-profile work. Firms with a strong background in delivering high-quality, immersive museum experiences are well-suited to this project, which will enhance their industry reputation and networking opportunities within the cultural and heritage sectors.

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Notice Title

NRM Railway Firsts Exhibition Fitout

Notice Description

The Science Museum Group is looking for a principal contractor to deliver exhibition fitout services for the Railway Firsts exhibition at the National Railway Museum (NRM) in York and Locomotion (LCM). This includes fabrication and install of all setworks including 3D, graphics, AV, and any other interpretation. Railway Firsts will be a temporary exhibition consisting of 12 pop up installations across NRM and LCM, recognising 'firsts' in the rail industry. From the first electric locomotive, to the first fast food train. The new exhibition will provide visitors to the museum with a high-quality, story-driven, meaningful experience. It will raise awareness and pride in the railways and our collection. The exhibition will open in February 2025 and forms part of our wider Festival 2025 programme across both of our museums. **Please find the further information in the ITT document pack - outstanding documents are an updated drawing pack to replace current Appendix 1. And Appendix 5 - pricing matrix template. we will aim to get these updated documents on the week of 7th of October. ***Updated on 8th October 2024: uploaded new Appendix 1, Appendix 5 and 6 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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3317ec50-260f-43a2-abaa-e941396e8954
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

45212313 - Museum construction work

92521000 - Museum services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Nov 2024 - 31 Jan 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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