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LCM Main Hall Interpretation & Wayfinding Fabrication & Install

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group is seeking a contractor for the fabrication and onsite fit-out of the Main Hall Interpretation and Wayfinding project at Locomotion (LCM) in Shildon. The contract, identified as IT-492-1414-NRM3494M, involves services under the industry category of signage and museum services. Key tasks include fabrication and installation of interpretation panels, wayfinding signage, AV housing, floor vinyl, and physical interactives graphics. The procurement process is in the tender stage with an open procedure (below threshold). Bids must be submitted by 30th September 2024, and the contract period is from 21st October 2024 to 31st March 2025. The main procurement method is open, ensuring broad participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in museum services, graphic design, and signage fabrication. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to apply, making this an excellent chance for smaller enterprises to secure a high-profile project. The scope of work, which includes developing prototypes, shop drawings, and attendance at design team meetings, offers businesses a platform to showcase their innovation and craftsmanship. Companies capable of delivering high-quality fabrication and installation services will find this project aligns well with their expertise, fostering business growth and establishing a solid reputation in the public sector procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LCM Main Hall Interpretation & Wayfinding Fabrication & Install

Notice Description

The Science Museum Group is looking for a contractor to work with for the fabrication and onsite fit-out for the Main Hall Interpretation and Wayfinding project at Locomotion (LCM) in Shildon. This includes fabrication and install of new interpretation panels, wayfinding signage , AV housing, floor vinyl and physical interactives graphics. The scope of work covers fabrication and installation of: o 46 Vehicle interpretation panels (VIP) utilising existing bases o 6 Theme panels (existing frame in place) o 1 new Theme panel o 6 AV housing units (existing base in place) o Floor vinyls o Physical interactives graphics refresh o Wayfinding Requirements: o Provide shop drawings for review by design team during fabrication/construction stages o Produce one complete prototype of AV housing and vehicle interpretation panel o Fabricate, deliver, and install graphics, display systems and other setworks (except where otherwise stated) o Attendance at design team meetings o Removal and disposal of existing setworks The scope of work excludes: o Provision of AV hardware (to be supplied by SMG; software supplied and installed by others) o Vehicle barriers and other hardware required to display vehicles o New object showcases o Existing exhibition displays o Changes to lighting, power and data o Existing infrastructure #Please refer further information in the tender document pack 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
ocds-b5fd17-cc47e75a-89e5-48f5-90ed-86b4ab1b8b8b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c29f5ada-124f-4d9e-856b-6b763e7db521
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

34928470 - Signage

79822500 - Graphic design services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

92521000 - Museum services

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 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
SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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