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IWM/2526/Dux/3492: Specialist Logistics for Large Museum Assets at IWM Duxford - AWARD NOTICE

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS

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20 Mar 2026 at 18:50

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21 Jan 2026 at 16:05

Tender

16 Jan 2026 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Imperial War Museums, acting as the buyer, have completed their procurement process for the relocation of large museum assets at the IWM Duxford site, a significant heritage location in the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded to Allelys Heavy Haulage Limited on 20th March 2026, following an open competitive flexible procedure. The procurement focused on services related to specialist logistics for moving historic vehicles, including tanks and locomotives, starting from April 2026. This process forms part of the IWM Masterplan, with relocation being implemented safely in compliance with regulations. The contract period is set from 20th April 2026 to 11th September 2026, with a contract value of £86,127 net.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in construction, transport, and logistics services. The project requires expertise in handling and relocating large, delicate items, ideal for firms experienced in transport and installation services within conservation areas. Companies dealing with museum services and preservation of exhibits could particularly benefit from engaging in similar opportunities. SMEs identified this tender as suitable during the submission stage, although no SME bids proceeded to the final stage in this instance. This initiative can offer significant business growth opportunities, especially those with experience in handling construction equipment, civil engineering machinery, and road transport services, potentially expanding their service portfolio within the heritage and cultural sectors.

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Notice Title

IWM/2526/Dux/3492: Specialist Logistics for Large Museum Assets at IWM Duxford - AWARD NOTICE

Notice Description

IWM Duxford, part of the Imperial War Museums (IWM), is a major heritage site and visitor attraction located on a historic airfield. The site includes 38 listed buildings and operates within a conservation area. This project forms part of the IWM Masterplan and involves the relocation of 37 large historic vehicles from one building to multiple locations across the Duxford site. Objects include: *WWII tanks *Cold War tanks *Contemporary armoured vehicles *Locomotives The moves will be phased from April 2026, ensuring safe, damage-free handling and full compliance with all relevant regulations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06074f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026003-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator

51500000 - Installation services of machinery and equipment

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

60100000 - Road transport services

92521000 - Museum services

92521210 - Preservation services of exhibits

98392000 - Relocation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£86,127 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 11 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS
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
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
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALLELYS HEAVY HAULAGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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