Tender

Brand licensing software

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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16 Feb 2026 at 09:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group, a central government public authority, is actively seeking brand licensing software to support its licensing operations across various brands. This procurement process, categorised under the software package and information systems industry, is situated in London, United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, the competitive flexible procedure allows for selective participation. Key deadlines include the expression of interest deadline on 15th March 2026, and the period for enquiries closing on 6th March 2026. The overall contract value is £246,000, with an anticipated contract period starting on 30th June 2026, and potentially extending until 29th June 2029, with options for further extension depending on the discretion of the Science Museum Group.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software development, particularly those with expertise in licensing solutions and information systems. Companies able to deliver comprehensive software solutions that align with the Science Museum Group’s outlined requirements will find this contract beneficial for growth and increasing their portfolio within the public sector. It is particularly suited for businesses that have the agility to engage in a competitive flexible procurement process and an interest in expanding into public sector collaborations. Interested parties are encouraged to submit clarifications and further information requests through the designated In-Tend portal to ensure a clear understanding of the project scope and criteria.

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Notice Title

Brand licensing software

Notice Description

The brand licensing team at the Science Museum Group acts as licensor across several brands. There can be several style guides for each brand. We are looking for a brand licensing software to cover the functionality set out in the project brief.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend for up to 2 additional years at SMG's sole discretion

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06548b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013705-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48218000 - License management software package

72212218 - License management software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£205,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£205,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

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