Tender

Conservation of 16 Pounder Artillery Piece

NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM

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Tender

11 Oct 2021 at 10:18

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Army Museum is seeking tenders for the conservation of a 16 Pounder Artillery Piece, situated in Stevenage, within the East of England. This limited tender is currently in the planning stage, with submissions required by 12 November 2021. The contract value is £12,000, with work anticipated to commence on 6 December 2021 and conclude by 25 February 2022. Contractors are encouraged to have relevant experience, with a preference for those holding Professional Accreditation of Conservator-Restorers (PACR).

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for growth for SMEs specialising in conservation, restoration, and craftsmanship within the cultural services industry. Businesses equipped to handle museum-quality restorations, particularly those offering offsite and onsite work capabilities, would be ideally positioned to compete. The project demands attention to detail and a commitment to historical accuracy, creating a niche for specialized contractors who can deliver quality results while meeting the rigorous insurance and security requirements detailed in the tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Conservation of 16 Pounder Artillery Piece

Notice Description

Tender submissions are requested from suitably qualified and experienced contractors. It is beneficial, though not essential, for the conservator or company to hold accredited status (PACR - Professional Accreditation of Conservator-Restorers). The scope of the work will be: * Provision of replacement wheels to the correct artillery pattern, it is assumed that the metal tyres from the existing incorrect wheels can be utilised on the new wheels. The new wheels will also require correct lynch pins, drag washers and 'Madras' pattern cast bronze hubs. The contractor may also be expected to re-fit the new wheels. * Provision of the two missing axletree boxes with foot steps, elbow and back rests. Securing axletree boxes to the carriage onsite in Stevenage, potentially by drilling out a number of the original holes on the carriage which have previously been filled. * Provision of replica wooden tools - trail handspike and associated leather retaining straps (x2), combined rammer and sponge and associated leather retaining straps and a drag shoe attached to an existing drag chain, designed to hang on rear hook to the PL side of the carriage. * Leather work as detailed above for attaching the tools, any associated leather on the axletree boxes and the provision of leather crew handholds with necessary attachments. * Repair to pair of existing foresights to be removed from the barrel and repaired offsite and reattached during onsite work. * Any woodwork to be colour matched to the existing colour of the carriage. * Once all work is completed the contractor is to provide the all up weight of the work This contract will be carried out offsite by the company or conservator, but with some onsite work fixing replica components. It is expected that the majority of work will be completed offsite with the object itself anticipated to remain in Stevenage. It is anticipated that the work would start by December 2021 and be completed by end of February 2022. The requirement is for the work to be carried out off site and as such, a UK Registrars Group security supplement will be required. The company will also need to ensure that they are able to provide nail-to-nail insurance covering the total value of any parts of the object that are removed from NAM premises and public liability totalling PS5million. It is expected that companies or individuals wishing to tender should complete a site visit at NAM Stevenage before submitting their estimates

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6cf181da-9545-48cb-bc82-afa3e6232d96
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (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
£12,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Dec 2021 - 25 Feb 2022 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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