Tender

Myth and Reality Conservation Tender

NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM

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Tender

03 Feb 2025 at 15:27

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Army Museum (NAM) is initiating a tender for the "Myth and Reality Conservation Tender," which falls under the industry category of library, archives, museums, and other cultural services (CPV 92500000). This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period ending on 17th February 2025. The project is located in the East of England, specifically at the Museum's storage site in Stevenage. The procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold, and the anticipated contract period will start on 1st April 2025 and conclude by 2nd June 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £75,000, excluding VAT.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for conservators and conservation companies with the required expertise and experience in the conservation of artworks. The contract involves the conservation of various painting frames and art pieces, requiring approximately 1044 hours of specialised work. Qualified SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply. Successful bidders will benefit from exposure to high-profile projects and build their reputation through association with NAM. Moreover, the project provides a platform for demonstrating meticulous craftsmanship and expanding professional networks within the cultural heritage sector. For businesses equipped to handle such conservation tasks, this tender is an excellent chance to leverage their skills for substantial growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Myth and Reality Conservation Tender

Notice Description

The National Army Museum (NAM) wishes to appoint a conservation company or individual conservator ('the conservator') to: - conserve 20 painting associated frames and works on paper - production of frames for 5 Oil paintings - Glazing of 11 oil paintings - production of frames for 24 works on paper to spec - Production of frames for 2 works to spec Tender submissions are requested from suitably qualified and experienced contractors. It is beneficial, though not essential, for the conservator to hold accredited status (PACR - Professional Accreditation of Conservator-Restorers). All works have had recent condition assessments with treatment recommendations and time estimates see Annex A. This contract will involve undertaking the conservation of the objects (following discussion and approval of all treatments by the NAM and providing, full documentation, including written reports and photographs, relating to the treatment of each object which are to be sent to NAM on completion of the project. Treatment can be undertaken on site at the Museum's storage site in Stevenage or offsite with appropriate checks including a UKRG security supplement and insurance cover to the total value of the works (PS215,775.00) will be required. Where tenderers deem that work can't be undertaken at Stevenage site, they will be responsible for arranging and insuring the appropriate transport NAM to their work studio This contract is for approx 1044 conservation hours work and subject to discussion with NAM. It is anticipated that the work would start by early April 2025. In consultation with NAM the work be completed and delivered to the Museum by early June 2025 tbc Tenderers will need to need to ensure that they have insurance covering the total value of the objects and public liability to the value of PS5,000,000 We will provide existing condition assessments, images and full descriptions of the objects. Tenderers can request detailed condition reports and tenders may be made without viewing the objects beforehand.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e6611170-84d2-4ff0-aefd-b4ccc6987ba5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05cbd044-7085-4ef4-b1d6-cd3d9a79921f
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 2 Jun 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
NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM
Contact Name
Mike O'Connor
Contact Email
tdendy@nam.ac.uk
Contact Phone
020 7881 2471

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

Further Information

Notice URLs

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