Tender

Inspection and Installation of Suspended Items

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Tender

05 Nov 2021 at 14:04

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group is currently seeking tenders for the "Inspection and Installation of Suspended Items" project, which falls under the category of technical inspection and testing services. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 6th December 2021. The services are required across multiple locations in the United Kingdom, including notable sites in London, York, Shildon, Bradford, and Manchester. The procurement is open and follows an open procedure, which allows for broad participation.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in inspection, maintenance, and installation services, particularly those focused on museum and exhibition environments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this procurement aligns with their capabilities. Companies with experience in handling fragile and varied exhibit items will be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract, helping to enhance their portfolio while contributing to the preservation and presentation of the Science Museum Group's important collections.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Inspection and Installation of Suspended Items

Notice Description

The Science Museum Group's extensive collections include over 200 exhibit items suspended from ceilings and walls across our sites. Items are suspended in galleries and stores at the Science Museum (London), National Railway Museum (York), Locomotion (Shildon), National Science and Media Museum (Bradford), and Science and Industry Museum (Manchester). Most of the suspended items are historic or contemporary objects within our collections, while others are artworks or interactive exhibits. The items vary in size, weight, material and fragility. Annual LOLER inspections are to be carried out on the groups Suspended Items. Where a new item is to be suspended, the service provider will act as the Science Museum Group's approved contractor and carryout the installation works. Additional information: You can view our tender documents and apply for the opportunity here: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce0bebac-97b3-4597-878f-5b92c7b9cac8
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

71631000 - Technical inspection services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2025 4-5 years
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
SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP
Contact Name
Beth Lawton
Contact Email
beth.lawton@railwaymuseum.org.uk
Contact Phone
033 0058 0058

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW7 2DD
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
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

Further Information

Notice Documents

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