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Collection Management Systems (CMS and DAMS) PSQ

THE WALLACE COLLECTION

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01 Sep 2025 at 08:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Wallace Collection, a central government public authority in London, is seeking suppliers for its "Collection Management Systems (CMS and DAMS) PSQ" project. This procurement is focused on replacing the existing Collection Management System with a Spectrum-compliant CMS and introducing a Digital Asset Management System. This tender process, currently in the tender stage, involves a two-part selective procurement method: an initial Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) followed by an Invitation to Tender (ITT) from shortlisted suppliers. The key industry categories include industry-specific software packages, electronic data management, and IT services. Prospective suppliers should note the expression of interest deadline is 26th September 2025, and the exact format of ITT details will be refined based on the PSQ responses.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for SMEs with capabilities in software implementation, electronic data management, and IT services. Given the strong focus on the integration of data management systems, businesses able to offer innovative, Spectrum-compliant solutions are well-positioned. The contract envisions not only system replacement but also continued support and hosting, providing long-term engagement. Additionally, the procurement's two-stage process allows suppliers to demonstrate their technical acumen and fit with the Wallace Collection's needs, offering SMEs a competitive edge with tailored solutions. The project is set to commence from January 2026, with a contract period extending potentially to the end of 2030.

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Notice Title

Collection Management Systems (CMS and DAMS) PSQ

Notice Description

The Wallace Collection is looking to replace its existing Collection Management System (CMS) with a new Spectrum compliant CMS and at the same time introduce a Digital Asset Management System (DAMS). The current CMS is coming to end of life in August 2026 and so we need to have this in place by then. This system will be used to manage the main accessioned collection of the museum along with associated other collections, archives and potentially library management. We are looking for a supplier or suppliers to provide these new systems, either as separate integrated solutions, or a single CMS/DAMS. This is set out in the lots structure and the PSQ document. The procurement is in two parts, an initial PSQ followed by an ITT from a shortlist of suppliers.

Lot Information

Collection Management System (CMS)

Lot 1 is for the replacement Collection Management System. Suppliers will be asked to support the migration from the old system to their own system, carry out configuration and development where required to meet our requirements and support the testing and go live. The supplier will also be expected to support and maintain the system and also provide hosting for the lifetime of the contract

Renewal: We would envisage a rolling contract for hosting, support and maintenance

Digital Asset Management System (DAMS)

The Digital Management System will be used to store all images related to objects and other artifacts in our care There are currently around 5TB of images which will need to be transferred with an expected growth to around 8 to 10TB in the next 5 years As well as image manipulation and management, the system must be able to be integrated with the Collection Management so users are able to be view both the record and image simultaneously

Renewal: Rolling hosting, support and maintenance contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0590f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052663-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48328000 - Image-processing software package

48329000 - Imaging and archiving system

48613000 - Electronic data management (EDM)

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72263000 - Software implementation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£320,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE WALLACE COLLECTION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@wallacecollection.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1U 3BN
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Marylebone
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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