This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Sep 2025 at 14:05

Tender

12 Jul 2025 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Imperial War Museums (IWM), a public authority under central government, is finalising a Minor Works Framework Agreement for the provision of planned and reactive minor works across its various sites over the next three to four years. As of 15th September 2025, the procurement stage is at the contract award with two specific lots in focus. Lot 1 covers the South-East, including locations such as IWM London and HMS Belfast, while Lot 2 pertains to the North-West, featuring IWM North in Manchester. The procurement is conducted via an open procedure, with contracts starting from 1st October 2025 through to 30th September 2028, with extensions possible until 2029. The selected suppliers will be finalised by 26th September 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, especially those in building and civil engineering sectors. Companies specialising in construction, installation, and completion works, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), stand to benefit substantially. The framework allows for multiple suppliers, increasing the chances for competent suppliers to be engaged on either or both lots, depending on their capability and geographic service area. The opportunities cater to those with expertise in managing high-quality services and competitive pricing, providing a platform for long-term engagement with a prominent public institution.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

IWM/2526/FM/3429: Minor Works Framework for Imperial War Museums

Notice Description

Imperial War Museums (IWM) is seeking to establish a new Minor Works Framework Agreement to support the delivery of planned and reactive minor works across its estate over the next three to four years. Framework Structure: The Framework is divided into two Lots, each covering different geographic areas. Up to four suppliers will be appointed to each Lot. Each Lot will be evaluated independently; appointment to one Lot does not guarantee appointment to another. Lot Details: Lot 1 - Building and Civil Engineering (B&CE) - South-East Covers: IWM London IWM Parkside Office HMS Belfast Churchill War Rooms IWM Duxford (Cambridgeshire) Lot 2 - Building and Civil Engineering (B&CE) - North-West Covers: IWM North (Manchester) Eligibility and Bidding: Bidders may apply for one or both Lots. Those servicing only London and Duxford should apply for Lot 1. Those servicing only Manchester should apply for Lot 2. Bidders wishing to cover all IWM branches must apply for both Lots. Selection Criteria: Suppliers will be selected based on IWM's confidence in their ability to deliver high-quality services. Evaluation will follow the assessment methodology and award criteria outlined in the tender documents. Objective: IWM seeks experienced and capable suppliers who can offer: High-quality services Competitive pricing Prompt response to the needs of any IWM branch To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=980285365

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Building and Civil Engineering (B&CE) - South-East

Lot 1 covers the provision of minor building and civil engineering works for IWM's South-East locations. This includes both planned and reactive works over a three-to-four-year period. Sites Covered: IWM London IWM Parkside Office HMS Belfast Churchill War Rooms IWM Duxford (Cambridgeshire) Requirements: IWM seeks to appoint up to four experienced and capable suppliers who can: Deliver high-quality services Offer competitive pricing Respond promptly to the needs of any of the listed sites Eligibility: This Lot is suitable for suppliers who can service only the South-East locations. Suppliers interested in covering all IWM branches must also apply for Lot 2.

Renewal: IWM reserves the right to take up the respective one-year extension period and will notify the Potential Provider up to six months before the start of the respective extension period.

Lot 2 - Building and Civil Engineering (B&CE) - North-West

Lot 2 covers the provision of minor building and civil engineering works for IWM's North-West location. This includes both planned and reactive works over a three-to-four-year period. Site Covered: IWM North (Manchester) Requirements: IWM seeks to appoint up to four experienced and capable suppliers who can: Deliver high-quality services Offer competitive pricing Respond promptly to the needs of IWM North Eligibility: This Lot is suitable for suppliers who can service only the Manchester site. Suppliers wishing to cover all IWM branches must also apply for Lot 1.

Renewal: IWM reserves the right to take up the respective one-year extension period and will notify the Potential Provider up to six months before the start of the respective extension period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055e13
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056591-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45210000 - Building construction work

45212313 - Museum construction work

45300000 - Building installation work

45400000 - Building completion work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£12,500,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£12,500,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Imperial War Museums
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 6HZ
Postcode Area
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
TLD North West (England), TLD3 Greater Manchester, TLD33 Manchester, TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC, TLI London, TLI3 Inner London - West, TLI4 Inner London - East, TLJ South East (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

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HJ Haywood & Son Ltd

Hutton Construction Limited

Jamieson Contracting (North West) Ltd

Kirkman and Jourdain Ltd

M & J Group (Construction & Roofing) Ltd

Red Tree Building Contractors Ltd

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