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Appointment of M&E Services Contractor for HMS Victory Conservation Project

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Museum of the Royal Navy has issued a tender for the "Appointment of M&E Services Contractor for HMS Victory Conservation Project" as part of an ambitious project to preserve the historic HMS Victory. This opportunity, falling under the 'works' category of electrical installation services, is aimed at safeguarding the vessel's longevity in an open environment for the next 50 years with only routine maintenance required. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the submission deadline extended to 5th December 2025. Located in Portsmouth, UK, this project invites bids via open competition, with site visits highly recommended on various dates in November 2025. Businesses are encouraged to submit clarifications by 27th November 2025.

This tender presents an exceptional opportunity for mechanical and electrical services businesses, particularly SMEs, to collaborate on a high-profile conservation initiative. The contract, valued at £100,000 with a possibility of extension based on performance, is suitable for companies with expertise in electrical installation and a commitment to collaborative work. With a contract period starting on 5th January 2026 and extending potentially to 2031, successful bidders can leverage this project to enhance their portfolios while contributing to a significant cultural heritage conservation effort. Companies with experience in undertaking sensitive and technically challenging projects will find this opportunity particularly attractive.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Appointment of M&E Services Contractor for HMS Victory Conservation Project

Notice Description

The National Museum of the Royal Navy ("NMRN") is leading a sector leading project to conserve HMS Victory, ensuring the long-term preservation of this world-class historic vessel. The aim of the HMS Victory Conservation Project ("HMS Victory: The Big Repair") is to deliver a fully conserved ship, able to survive in an open environment for the next 50 years without major work beyond a programme of planned maintenance. The NMRN is seeking a conscientious and collaborative M&E contractor to work closely with the project delivery team to enable critical conservation work. The ship contains a variety of electrical and mechanical services which will need to be rerouted or terminated to enable safe access for the conservation team. The contract will be for 3 years with an option to extend for an additional 2 years. The decision to extend will be based upon performance against stated key performance indicators. Full details of the tender and the scope of requirements are outlined in the Invitation to Tender (ITT) document. Site visits are strongly recommended. Booking instructions can be found within the ITT. Visits will take place on the 6th, 11th, and 12th of November 2025, and must be booked at least two working days in advance. Any clarifications regarding this tender opportunity should be sent to tenders@nmrn.org.uk. Update- 17th November, this opportunity has been extended until 5th December 2025 submission deadline. Further site visits are available.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: By satisfactory performance determined by KPIs set by the NMRN.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ce52
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074545-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender 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

CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 4 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@nmrn.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 3NH
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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