Tender

Exhibition Design Services for Technicians Gallery Science and Industry Museum

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group (SMG) is seeking to appoint an exhibition design team for the creation of the new Technicians galleries at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester. This public procurement process is currently in the tender stage, using an open, competitive flexible procedure. The industry category is services, specifically designs and museum-exhibition services. Key deadlines include the tender submission end date on 19th December 2025 and the end of the enquiry period on 8th December 2025. The contract period is set to begin on 19th May 2026 and end on 31st May 2029, with a total estimated value of £577,200 GBP. The SMG, based in London, is a prominent central government public authority dedicated to inspiring futures through innovative and educational STEM galleries.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the exhibition design and museum services industries to expand their portfolios and gain a prestigious client in the Science Museum Group. Firms with expertise in creating interactive and innovative educational spaces that highlight technical roles and STEM education are particularly well-suited for this project. The successful design team will collaborate with a separately appointed architect, providing a unique opportunity to work on a project that has a strong educational impact by inspiring young people aged 11 to 16. Engaging in this project could significantly enhance the winning team's reputation and lead to further opportunities within public sector museum and gallery services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Exhibition Design Services for Technicians Gallery Science and Industry Museum

Notice Description

At the Science Museum Group (SMG) we are here to inspire futures. Our vision is to 'think big' in the delivery of bold, creative galleries and programmes, sharing authentic stories in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). The Science and Industry Museum explores how ideas can change the world, from the Industrial Revolution to today. The site is of unique global historic importance, right in the heart of Manchester. SMG has a long and rich history of developing world leading STEM based galleries. With Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery opening at Science Museum in 2022, SMG together with expert partners at the Gatsby Charitable Foundation have spearheaded a step-change in how technical roles are communicated in an interactive environment, inspiring 11-16-year-olds to choose a technical career. The gallery in Manchester will be underpinned by the same strategy and approach, created with a distinct Manchester focus, reflecting the city region's industries and context. The Science Museum Group is looking to appoint an exhibition design team to deliver the new Technicians galleries at the Science and Industry Museum. The team will coordinate with the (separately appointed) architect who is the Lead Designer.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05da33
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071050-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

22314000 - Designs

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£481,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£481,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 May 2026 - 31 May 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
SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@sciencemuseum.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW7 2DD
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

Further Information

Notice Documents

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