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002690 Fairy Tales Transport Procurement

BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD

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11 Nov 2025 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

The British Library Board, a central government public authority, has completed the award and contract stage of the procurement process for the "002690 Fairy Tales Transport Procurement." This project pertains to transport services needed for a Gardening Exhibition in the United Kingdom, specifically for collecting and delivering loan artworks and objects for display, as well as providing packing materials and services, and returning works upon exhibition closure. Located in London, the buying organisation set the contract period from 1st February 2026 to 31st October 2026. The procurement method was limited, indicating a below-threshold competition, with Constantine Limited, a SME based in London, being awarded the contract initially signed on 7th November 2025.

This tender offers business growth opportunities by providing specialised transport services to high-profile institutions like the British Library. It is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises with capabilities in handling art and artefacts, offering tailored packing and logistics solutions. Suppliers experienced in the transport services industry, specifically those familiar with the complexities of transporting delicate and valuable items within the UK, could greatly benefit from similar opportunities, enhancing their portfolio and expanding their client base in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

002690 Fairy Tales Transport Procurement

Notice Description

Transport for the Gardening Exhibition. Collecting and delivering loan artworks/objects for display. Providing packing materials and service where needed. Return of works at exhibition closure.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05deb5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072816-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,755 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Nov 20256 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2DB
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
St Pancras & Somers Town
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONSTANTINE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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