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IWM/2526/CWR/3484: Sub-Basement Asbestos Removal at Churchill War Rooms

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS

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Award

02 Feb 2026 at 19:05

Tender

20 Oct 2025 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Imperial War Museums, a central government public authority situated in London, tendered a project titled "IWM/2526/CWR/3484: Sub-Basement Asbestos Removal at Churchill War Rooms" under the works industry category. This project involved the removal and safe disposal of asbestos from the Churchill War Rooms' sub-basement. The procurement was conducted through an open competition method, following a 'below threshold' criteria and culminated in the award stage on 2nd February 2026. The contract, valued at £407,255 with a gross amount of £488,706, was awarded to INNER CITY ENVIRONMENTAL LTD, a large-scale supplier based in Dartford, Kent. The project was carried out from 4th February 2026 to 31st March 2026, covering locations in London.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses in the environmental and waste management sectors, especially those specializing in hazardous materials handling, to collaborate on government projects. Potential bidders included large organisations with experience in asbestos removal and compliance with environmental health standards. The open competition format encouraged wide participation, and the successful bidder demonstrated not only competitive pricing but also their capability in handling such sensitive work environments, providing a scope for partnerships and long-term contracts with public authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IWM/2526/CWR/3484: Sub-Basement Asbestos Removal at Churchill War Rooms

Notice Description

Imperial War Museums (IWM) is tendering for a contractor to undertake the removal and disposal of asbestos from the sub-basement of Churchill War Rooms (CWR) including all things necessary to comply with all relevant legislation. Please note that early engagement with the site visit requirement is crucial as only the pre-scheduled site visits offered in the tender documentation can be accommodated. Access Code : C6QA6SMC6J To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1011291942

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cfce
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009209-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45262660 - Asbestos-removal work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£407,255 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS
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
TLI London, TLI32 Westminster

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INNER CITY ENVIRONMENTAL

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