Tender

Project Tullie Phase 3: Exhibition fit-out Contractor ITT

TULLIE HOUSE MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY TRUST

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Tender

24 Apr 2026 at 12:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust is seeking an Exhibition fit-out Contractor for Project Tullie Phase 3, focusing on the fit-out of galleries and the Learning Studio at Tullie House Museum. This procurement is classified under construction work for art and cultural buildings, with additional focus on exhibition buildings and art gallery construction. Based in North West England, this opportunity is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including the tender period ending on 8th June 2026 and the contract period starting on 1st July 2026, ending on 30th May 2027. The process follows an open procedure, making it accessible to a wide range of prospective suppliers.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth in the construction sector, particularly for those specialising in cultural and exhibition spaces. Businesses with expertise in art gallery construction and exhibition building fit-outs have a competitive edge. Notably, the procurement method allows small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete, highlighting inclusivity in business opportunities. Companies well-suited to compete might include those with experience in similar cultural building projects and capabilities in fulfilling construction needs articulated by the Trust.

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Notice Title

Project Tullie Phase 3: Exhibition fit-out Contractor ITT

Notice Description

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Trust (the Trust) is seeking to establish an Agreement for the provision of Exhibition fit-out 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", fit out of the galleries/Learning Studio. The Exhibition fit-out Contractor's scope is outlined in tender documents as enclosed in the ITT. The tender documents can be shared upon request. Please contact sale@appleyardandtrew.co.uk.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4cfdf114-9618-4ad8-9422-cefc36f67177
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c0efa61-a2aa-4bc0-a113-926becf732be
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings

45212310 - Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions

45212311 - Art gallery construction work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TULLIE HOUSE MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M33 7RR
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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