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Beatriz Gonzalez - Transport

THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON

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03 Oct 2025 at 13:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Beatriz González - Transport" has been concluded, with the buying organisation being The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London. This contract falls under the transport services industry category, specifically focusing on transport services excluding waste transport, and cargo handling and storage services. The award stage has been reached, with the contract awarded to Momart Limited. The contract pertains to transporting artworks for the Beatriz González Exhibition at the Barbican Centre in London, UK, and will run from February 2026 to October 2026, with a potential extension of up to 6 months. This tender was part of the Barbican Art Transportation Framework using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the award confirmed on 2nd October 2025. The total value of the contract is £550,000 GBP.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the transport and logistics industry, particularly those experienced in art transportation and handling, to grow their operations. Companies that are Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited for such contracts due to the nature of the procurement process and the focus on specialised transport services. The contract provides an opportunity to build a relationship with a prestigious institution such as the Barbican Centre, further enhancing business reputation and experience in handling high-value and sensitive items. Additionally, the potential for contract extension offers an incentive for continued engagement and performance.

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Notice Title

Beatriz Gonzalez - Transport

Notice Description

This notice confirms the award of the contract for the Provision of Transport Services for the Beatriz Gonzalez Exhibition, scheduled to commence in February 2026. The Barbican Centre will present the first UK retrospective of the pioneering Colombian artist Beatriz Gonzalez (b. 1932, Bucaramanga, Colombia). Bringing together over 150 artworks, many of which will be displayed in the UK for the first time, this landmark exhibition will trace the artist's influential practice from the 1960s to the present day. The call-off contract will run from February 2026 to October 2026, with the option (at the City's sole discretion) to extend the term by a further period of up to 4-6 months. Any extension will be subject to available financial resources, supplier performance, and the flexibility to meet evolving requirements. The maximum contract duration is therefore 8 months, including optional extensions. This procurement was conducted under Lot 4 of the Barbican Art Transportation Framework and has now been awarded following a comprehensive evaluation and moderation process based on the criteria set out in the Invitation to Tender. The contract has been awarded to Momart Limited.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5053a93c-0e3a-4f7b-a486-ef41043b96f6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63100000 - Cargo handling and storage services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2P 2EJ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOMART

Further Information

Notice Documents

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