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GAC Transport to and from Paris

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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23 Feb 2026 at 17:02

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process described involves the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), which sought a supplier for transporting artwork to and from Paris. This service falls under the Transport Services industry category, specifically excluding waste transport, and is to be conducted between London and Paris. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period ending on 15th August 2025. The contract began on 29th August 2025 and will conclude on 30th June 2026. The business Constantine Ltd was awarded the contract on 26th January 2026, with official publication taking place on 23rd February 2026.

This tender creates opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and those not classified as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Given that the procurement involves transport services at an international level, businesses specialising in logistics and transportation of sensitive or high-value items such as artwork are well-suited to compete. The selective procurement method indicates a competitive process, but being part of a suitable framework agreement could favour qualifying SMEs in the industry. The DCMS's engagement with Constantine Ltd exemplifies a successful partnership in the art transport sector, highlighting potential for others in this field to provide specialised services in public procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GAC Transport to and from Paris

Notice Description

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide transportation of artwork to and from Paris.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3c67f827-92c3-455f-8cd5-0eab5bcd7894
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2db99904-3aec-4e56-a14d-6492979eb855
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,950 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,950 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
28 Aug 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTANTINE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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