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IWM/2526/LON/3430: Lead Architect Consultant Services for a project at IWM London

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS

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Award

28 Oct 2025 at 16:05

Tender

02 Jun 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Imperial War Museums in London recently completed a public procurement process to appoint a Lead Architect Consultant for the interior refurbishment of their Level 5 and Level 4 Galleries at IWM London. This contract was awarded to Dannatt Johnson Architects LLP on 28th October 2025, with a contract value of £206,658.50. The procurement method used was an open procedure, reflecting a transparent and competitive process. Key dates include a standstill period ending on 6th November 2025 and the contract period beginning on 17th November 2025 and concluding on 24th May 2027. The project is classified under architectural and engineering services, focusing on refurbishments within cultural institutions in the UK, particularly in Greater London (UKI44 region).

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in architectural and structural engineering services, especially those capable of leading design teams on major refurbishment projects. The contract's location and scope are ideal for large architectural practices with experience working within cultural settings, like museums. The tender attracted interest from various companies, highlighting potential growth for businesses focusing on quality and cost-effectiveness in their proposals. Given the project's scale and visibility within the public sector, firms involved could enhance their portfolio and reputation in delivering high-profile projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IWM/2526/LON/3430: Lead Architect Consultant Services for a project at IWM London

Notice Description

IWM are looking to appoint a Lead Architect for the interior refurbishment of their Level 5 and Level 4 Galleries at IWM London. IWM intends to appoint an architectural practice that can provide lead design services encompassing Architectural and Structural Engineering Services. The Lead Architect will manage and lead the design team under the guidance of the external Project Manager. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=990151114

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052af8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069102-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71210000 - Advisory architectural services

71220000 - Architectural design services

71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£228,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£228,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£206,658 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20251 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 24 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
erowberry@iwm.org.uk
Contact Phone
0207 416 5000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 6HZ
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI45 Lambeth

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DANNATT JOHNSON ARCHITECTS

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