Tender

IWM/2526/Dux/3497: Air Show Traffic Management at IWM Duxford - 2026 Season

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS

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Tender

16 Feb 2026 at 12:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Imperial War Museums invites tenders for "IWM/2526/Dux/3497: Air Show Traffic Management at IWM Duxford - 2026 Season," seeking a contractor for traffic flow and car parking operations at IWM Duxford, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the traffic control services industry category. The process is currently at the tender stage, with key upcoming dates including the end of the enquiry period on 2 March 2026 and the closing date for tender submissions on 9 March 2026. The appointed contractor will manage operations for the Duxford Summer Air Show, scheduled on 4th and 5th July 2026, and the Battle of Britain Air Show, scheduled on 12th and 13th September 2026. The procurement method is an open competition, allowing businesses to engage electronically in submission via the Delta eSourcing portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in traffic control and management to grow by collaborating with a renowned heritage institution, the Imperial War Museums. Companies with a background in managing large-scale public events or national air shows could be well-positioned to deliver the required high standards of service. The awarded contract, valuing up to £90,000, offers potential for SMEs to showcase their expertise and expand their portfolio by ensuring seamless traffic operations for prominent events. The collaborative nature of the contract allows businesses to engage closely with IWM's management team, enhancing professional growth and networking within the public authority sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IWM/2526/Dux/3497: Air Show Traffic Management at IWM Duxford - 2026 Season

Notice Description

Imperial War Museums (IWM) is seeking to appoint an experienced and reliable contractor to manage all aspects of traffic flow and car parking operations in support of the IWM Duxford Events Programme. Effective traffic management and car parking are essential components of the visitor experience and play a critical role in the successful delivery of the Duxford Air Shows and Flying Days. As the first and last point of contact for our customers, these services must be delivered to a consistently high standard, ensuring a smooth, safe, and positive experience for all attendees. To support the Duxford Air Show season, IWM intends to procure a specialist car parking management company to oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of all traffic and parking services required. The current air show programme includes two major weekend air shows and the Flying Days series, with the proposed 2026 dates as follows: - Duxford Summer Air Show - Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July 2026 - Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show - Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026 The appointed Contractor will be expected to work collaboratively with the IWM management team, contributing to planning processes and attending operational meetings as required. Meeting schedules will be agreed mutually following contract award to ensure effective communication and seamless integration into wider event operations. Please note that early engagement with the mandatory site visit requirement is crucial as only the pre-scheduled site visits offered in the tender documentation can be accommodated. Access Code : 44W84Q2TX3 For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Traffic-control-services./44W84Q2TX3 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/44W84Q2TX3

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0654be
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013791-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

63712700 - Traffic control services

63712710 - Traffic monitoring services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
erowberry@iwm.org.uk
Contact Phone
0207 416 5000

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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