Tender

Myth and Reality Build Tender

NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM

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Tender

03 Feb 2025 at 14:56

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Army Museum is seeking an experienced contractor for the "Myth and Reality Build Tender" project, which falls under art gallery, exhibition centre, and museum construction work. This tender is for the construction and decoration of a temporary exhibition space of approximately 306 square metres, located in London (SW3 4HT). The procurement is in the tender stage, with a deadline for tender submissions on 3rd March 2025 at 10:00 AM. The contract period is set from 5th March 2025 to 12th May 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £100,000.

This opportunity is well-suited for SMEs with expertise in museum or exhibit construction. It offers a substantial business growth opportunity by allowing companies to showcase their capabilities in a high-profile cultural setting. The scope of work includes manufacturing and constructing gallery structures, wall finishing, and painting—excluding the floor and ceiling—which requires a contractor with a nuanced understanding of museum environments. Engaging in this project could significantly enhance a company’s portfolio and reputation within the cultural and public sector construction industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Myth and Reality Build Tender

Notice Description

On 1st July 2025 the NAM will open a temporary exhibition entitled "Myth & Reality: Military Art in the Age of Queen Victoria". The exhibition examines the role of military art in disseminating information to the public and influencing public opinion before the introduction of mass photography. The Victorian period saw a great deal of military reforms and changing attitudes to soldiers, which is reflected in the stylistic approach to the artwork. The exhibition showcases the Museum's Lady Butler collection and also shines a light on the female artists who recorded the military, but whose contributions were overlooked. There are a number of high-profile loan items from the Royal Collection on display. The exhibition will run from 1st July 2025 to 1st November 2026 in the new, Temporary Exhibition space which is approx. 306 sq metres. A suitably experienced contractor is sought to manufacture and construct the gallery structures, making good walls and decorating throughout, with the exception of the floor and ceiling which will not be painted.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a555c65-1cd6-4b01-b29a-6fbf0907b8fc
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

45212311 - Art gallery construction work

45212312 - Exhibition centre construction work

45212313 - Museum construction work

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Mar 2025 - 12 May 2025 1-6 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
NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM
Contact Name
Ms
Contact Email
jholmes@nam.ac.uk
Contact Phone
020 7881 2494

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW3 4HT
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
Royal Hospital
Westminster Constituency
Chelsea and Fulham

Further Information

Notice URLs

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