Tender

Decarbonisation Project (NPG)

NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY

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Tender

29 Oct 2025 at 19:05

Summary of the contracting process

The National Portrait Gallery, a sub-central government public authority located in London, has initiated a tender process for a "Decarbonisation Project". This project falls under the industry category of works, specifically targeting building fittings and construction work for art and cultural buildings. The procurement seeks an experienced and innovative principal contractor to execute a significant programme of decarbonisation works. The tender process is currently in the 'Tender' stage, with a procurement method described as "below threshold - open competition". Key dates for consideration include the closing date for the tender period, set for 26th November 2025, and an enquiry period ending on 19th November 2025.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for contractors with expertise in building construction and decarbonisation projects. Companies that are innovative and possess a strong track record in delivering similar projects will find this tender promising, especially those who meet the suitability criteria for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With an estimated project value of £4,000,000 in GBP, participating businesses stand to benefit significantly, not just financially but also in terms of enhancing their portfolio by collaborating with a prestigious institution like the National Portrait Gallery. This tender is ideal for firms ready to contribute to sustainable developments in cultural infrastructure.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Decarbonisation Project (NPG)

Notice Description

National Portrait Gallery has had a Decarbonisation Plan produced. The work to produce this was funded by the Salix Low Carbon Skills Fund. The Gallery is seeking to appoint an experienced and innovative principal contractor to deliver a significant programme of decarbonisation works. To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=990645610

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d6bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069578-2025
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44115000 - Building fittings

44115800 - Building internal fittings

45210000 - Building construction work

45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings

45212310 - Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Nov 20253 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 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 PORTRAIT GALLERY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@npg.org.uk
Contact Phone
020 7312 2476

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2H 0HE
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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