Tender

Transportation and Installation of Paintings and 2D Items

NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM

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Tender

20 Dec 2016 at 16:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Army Museum in London is seeking a qualified Art Handling/Installation company for the transportation and installation of 109 oil paintings and 143 framed 2D works as part of its preparations for gallery reopening in Spring 2017. This tender, titled "Transportation and Installation of Paintings and 2D Items," is currently at the tender stage, with submissions requested by 16 January 2017. The total estimated value of the contract is £10,000, and the contract period is set to commence from 30 January 2017, lasting until 28 February 2017, with all work to be carried out at the Museum's Chelsea location.

This procurement opportunity presents a valuable chance for businesses specialising in art handling and installation services to engage with the National Army Museum. Companies with experience in transporting and installing large artworks, particularly those with the capability to ensure safe transit and installation in gallery environments, would be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that demonstrate relevant expertise and a solid track record in similar projects are particularly encouraged to apply, as this contract offers a pathway to highlighted experience in the cultural services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Transportation and Installation of Paintings and 2D Items

Notice Description

The National Army Museum (NAM) wishes to appoint an Art Handling/Installation company ('the company') to transport and install a group of 109 oil paintings and 143 framed 2D works on paper in preparation for reopening its gallery spaces in Spring 2017. Tender submissions are requested from suitably qualified and experienced contractors. The company will be responsible for: 1.) Liaison with NAM as well as other contractors from XXX appointment onwards to ensure the installation program is sequenced with other on-site building work and fit out activities. 2.) The provision of suitable packing systems, where necessary, to enable safe movement of the objects during transit. This will include Soft soft wrapping materials. Please note there are two large panorama's NAM. 1965-09-46 which is 6.8m long (this has a transit-frame) and NAM. 1954-12-21-1 which is 5m long and will require soft packing. 3.) The fixing of hanging fittings to all of the works on paper: the Museum will provide Springlock security fittings for this. Also, fixing or changing hanging fittings to some of the oil paintings: the Museum will provide Oz clips or hooks or mirror plates for this, depending on the individual painting. 4.) The transportation of the objects from the NAM store in Stevenage to the Museum in Chelsea. All works will be required to be transported in a vehicle fitted with climatic control and air-ride suspension. 5.) Positioning of all objects in pre-designated positions within the galleries. Close liaison with base build contractorthe Museum is required to identify a route that will be left clear through the galleries in order to allow installation of the objects. 6.) Responsibility for duty of care to building and internal structures during installation of objects. All precautions must be taken to avoid damage including the supply/fitting of suitable protection for floor and other areas of gallery spaces during installation of objects. 7.) Unpacking and Install : 109 Oil paintings and 143 2D works unpacked, mirror plated and hung. This will includeThe Museum will provide hanging materialsfittings. Contractors are required to demonstrate that they have in-depth experience of handling, transporting and hanging/installing large oil paintings and 2D works. Additional information: All documents required for this tender are on the attached link

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9aed5762-8dd9-4e1f-bcee-08cbd53079b4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not applicable
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
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jan 2017 - 28 Feb 2017 30 days
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Royal Hospital
Westminster Constituency
Chelsea and Fulham

Further Information

Notice URLs

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