Tender

Whale Bridge (Mulberry Harbour) Relocation at IWM Duxford

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS

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Tender

20 Oct 2025 at 09:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Imperial War Museums (IWM) is conducting an open procurement process for the relocation of the Whale Bridge, part of the Mulberry Harbour, at IWM Duxford. The tender, titled "Whale Bridge (Mulberry Harbour) Relocation at IWM Duxford," falls under the construction industry category, specifically bridge construction work. The procurement is at the Tender stage with a closing date for submissions set for 10th November 2025. Key activities include providing specialist services that encompass the design and installation of new foundations. The project is anticipated to commence on 19th January 2026, subject to planning approval expected by January 2026. The site location is in London, UK.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in construction and infrastructure, particularly those with expertise in bridge construction and renewal. With a gross contract value of £165,000, the project is well-suited for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), especially those with capabilities in both technical evaluation and sustainability. Given the open competition under a below-threshold procurement method, competitive pricing combined with high-quality service provision and sustainable practices will be crucial to winning the contract. Businesses wishing to express interest can do so electronically, with submissions facilitated through the Delta eSourcing platform.

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Notice Title

Whale Bridge (Mulberry Harbour) Relocation at IWM Duxford

Notice Description

IWM is tendering for a supplier to provide specialist services to relocate the existing Whale Bridge within the site at IWM Duxford, including the design and installation of new foundations. Note: This project is subject to obtaining planning consent, which we expect will be approved in January 2026. Access Code : FGNK855YGH For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Construction-work-for-bridges./FGNK855YGH To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/FGNK855YGH

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cf78
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066586-2025
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45221100 - Construction work for bridges

45221110 - Bridge construction work

45221119 - Bridge renewal construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£137,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£137,500 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 10 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
oclifford@iwm.org.uk
Contact Phone
02074165000

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
Not specified

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

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