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Contract for Curatorial, Conservation and Collections Management support (Natural Science) to Hartlepool Borough Council as part of the Museum of Hartlepool's Tides of Change project

HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

18 Nov 2025 at 17:04

Tender

16 Sep 2025 at 15:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by Hartlepool Borough Council concluded with the awarding of a contract titled "Contract for Curatorial, Conservation and Collections Management support (Natural Science)" as part of their 'Tides of Change: Revitalising the Museum of Hartlepool and PS Wingfield Castle' project. The contract, categorised under research services, signifies its focus on the management of natural science collections within the museum sector. Located in Hartlepool, United Kingdom, the procurement followed an open method below the threshold, allowing for competition. The procurement process reached the Award stage on November 18th, 2025, following a tender period that ended on October 1st, 2025. The contract commenced on November 21st, 2025, and is set to conclude on January 31st, 2026, with a gross value of GBP 10,500.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) within the fields of curatorial services, conservation, and natural sciences. Businesses with capabilities in managing and interpreting natural science collections, such as those specialising in taxidermy, geology, and entomology, would find this contract particularly advantageous. Additionally, companies offering research and development services or those with expertise in educational and cultural services can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio. With the involvement of a known buyer like Hartlepool Borough Council, and the backing of The National Lottery Heritage Fund, participating in such projects may also enhance a company’s reputation and forge valuable public sector relationships.

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Notice Title

Contract for Curatorial, Conservation and Collections Management support (Natural Science) to Hartlepool Borough Council as part of the Museum of Hartlepool's Tides of Change project

Notice Description

Hartlepool Borough Council (HBC) Museum and Gallery Team are seeking a qualified and experienced Natural Sciences collections specialist as part of the 'Tides of Change: Revitalising the Museum of Hartlepool and PS Wingfield Castle' project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059b90
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074967-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73110000 - Research services

80000000 - Education and training services

90700000 - Environmental services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£11,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£11,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
21 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hartlepool.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HARTLEPOOL
Postcode
TS24 8AY
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
TLC11 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees

Local Authority
Hartlepool
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Hartlepool

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLUE TOKAY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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