Tender

IWM/2526/FM/3472: DUX Construction of New Fire Engine Shed

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

03 Oct 2025 at 15:06

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Tender

03 Sep 2025 at 18:06

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Imperial War Museums is managing a procurement process for the construction of a new Fire Engine Shed at IWM Duxford, located in the United Kingdom. This project falls under the category of building construction work, specifically targeting the construction of fire stations and industrial buildings. The tender, numbered FM3472, was initially published on 3rd September 2025, with the tender submission deadline on the 26th of September 2025. The procurement process, conducted as an open competition, aims to complete the construction project by the end of March 2026. Although the tender was active, it was subsequently cancelled on 3rd October 2025 due to changes in scope, programme updates, and procurement approach.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for contractors with expertise in constructing operational hubs in heritage-sensitive environments. The project requires ensuring functionality, durability, and low maintenance while maintaining architectural harmony with the historical surroundings. Businesses specialising in building construction, industrial construction, and engineering services may find this project aligns well with their capabilities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged due to the suitability criteria specified. This opportunity allows qualified businesses to collaborate with a central government public authority, enhancing their portfolio with a project commissioned by a reputed institution like the Imperial War Museums.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IWM/2526/FM/3472: DUX Construction of New Fire Engine Shed

Notice Description

Imperial War Museums (IWM) is seeking tenders from experienced and qualified contractors for the construction of a new Fire Engine Shed adjacent to the existing Air Traffic Control (ATC) Tower at IWM Duxford. This facility will serve as a critical operational hub for the IWM's fire response team, supporting rapid deployment, equipment storage, and personnel readiness in a heritage-sensitive and safety-critical environment. The new building must be utility in style, prioritising functionality, durability, and low maintenance, while incorporating architectural features that complement the historic character of the surrounding site. The design must respect key planning constraints, including maintaining unobstructed visual lines from the Visual Control Room and ensuring the new structure does not exceed the height or footprint of the ATC Tower. Internally, the shed will accommodate three fire vehicles with appropriate spacing and emergency access features, alongside dedicated areas for equipment storage, breathing apparatus servicing, decontamination showers, changing facilities, and a watch room with CCTV integration. External works will include a floodlit vehicle manoeuvring zone, secure access to airfield taxiways, drainage infrastructure, and improved pedestrian pathways. The successful contractor will be expected to manage the project in accordance with airside safety protocols, environmental regulations, and a clean site policy, with works being completed by the end of March 2026. Access Code : KHAN8VJ9RR For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Building-construction-work./KHAN8VJ9RR To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/KHAN8VJ9RR

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0593a2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062284-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

45213250 - Construction work for industrial buildings

45216121 - Fire station construction work

71300000 - Engineering services

71320000 - Engineering design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£595,833 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£595,833 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS
Additional Buyers

MISSING

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
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

Notice Documents

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