Exhibition Design Services for Technicians Gallery Science and Industry Museum

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

18 May 2026 at 16:17

TenderUpdate

04 Nov 2025 at 17:41

Tender

04 Nov 2025 at 16:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group, a central government public authority based in London, has concluded the award stage for the "Exhibition Design Services for Technicians Gallery" at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester. This project falls under the museum-exhibition services industry category, with a focus on creating STEM-based gallery spaces. The winning supplier, D.H.A. Design Services Limited, a London-based SME, was awarded the contract on 18 May 2026. This open and competitive procurement process, using a competitive flexible procedure, solicited a total of 15 bids, and the contract is valued at £190,000, with a planned execution period from 30 June 2026 to 29 June 2029.

This tender offers notable opportunities for businesses in the exhibition design industry, particularly those who specialise in interactive STEM learning environments. With a focus on creating innovative and interactive galleries, companies with experience in museum exhibits and educational space design are well-suited to leverage such opportunities. The Science Museum Group's projects are known for their transformative impact on public engagement with technical careers, making this a desirable portfolio addition for businesses looking to expand their reach within the government and the cultural sectors.

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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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05da33
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045520-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£190,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

D.H.A. DESIGN SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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