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Exhibition Racking Contractor - Project Tullie (Phase 3) Works INVITATION TO TENDER

TULLIE HOUSE MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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23 Jun 2026 at 08:23

Tender Notice
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22 Jun 2026 at 11:43

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust has issued an Invitation to Tender for the role of Exhibition Racking Contractor for Project Tullie (Phase 3). This project is part of a long-term vision to transform Tullie into a cultural hub that connects Carlisle and Cumbria to the world. Classified under cultural services, this procurement process is currently in the tender amendment stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 3rd August 2026. The project is located in the North West of the United Kingdom, and the contracting period starts on 31st August 2026, concluding by 31st May 2027. This open procedure is designed for services, catering to small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a promising business opportunity for contractors specialising in exhibition fit-out and racking services. SMEs with experience in liaising with base build and exhibition fit-out contractors are particularly well-positioned to benefit from this project. By securing this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio and establish a reputation within the cultural services sector, potentially leading to further opportunities within the Tullie development programme. The opportunity encourages collaboration and innovation, aligning with the cultural hub's vision of sustainability and community representation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Exhibition Racking Contractor - Project Tullie (Phase 3) Works INVITATION TO TENDER

Notice Description

Project Tullie is a phased capital development programme to transform Tullie over the next 10-15 years. Our vision is to create an innovative, welcoming, and sustainable cultural hub that represents local communities and connects Carlisle and Cumbria to the world. Information relating to live Invitation to Tender can be shared upon request. Please contact sale@appleyardandtrew.co.uk Project Tullie Phase 3 Exhibition Racking Contractor Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust (the Trust) is seeking to establish an Agreement for the provision of Exhibition Racking Contractor for Project Tullie (Phase 3) at the existing Tullie House Museum, which includes with all associated works stated in the tender, henceforth the "Services". The Base Build and Exhibition Fit-out Contractors are appointed separately. The Contractor will allow for any liaising with Base Build and Exhibition Fit-out Contractors accordingly. The Exhibition Perimeter Racking Contract's scope is outlined in tender documents as enclosed in this ITT. It is intended that the Exhibition Perimeter Racking Contractor will be directly appointed by the Trust as the "Employer". The tender documents can be shared upon request. Please contact sale@appleyardandtrew.co.uk. Additional information: Project Tullie is a phased capital development programme to transform Tullie over the next 10-15 years. Our vision is to create an innovative, welcoming, and sustainable cultural hub that represents local communities and connects Carlisle and Cumbria to the world. Information relating to live Invitation to Tender can be shared upon request. Please contact sale@appleyardandtrew.co.uk Project Tullie Phase 3 Exhibition Racking Contractor Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust (the Trust) is seeking to establish an Agreement for the provision of Exhibition Racking Contractor for Project Tullie (Phase 3) at the existing Tullie House Museum, which includes with all associated works stated in the tender, henceforth the "Services". The Base Build and Exhibition Fit-out Contractors are appointed separately. The Contractor will allow for any liaising with Base Build and Exhibition Fit-out Contractors accordingly. The Exhibition Perimeter Racking Contract's scope is outlined in tender documents as enclosed in this ITT. It is intended that the Exhibition Perimeter Racking Contractor will be directly appointed by the Trust as the "Employer". The tender documents can be shared upon request. Please contact sale@appleyardandtrew.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7e13bd0-0fe9-46cf-aa8e-594ff5929fed
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Aug 2026 - 31 May 2027 6-12 months
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
TULLIE HOUSE MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA3 8TP
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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