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Sound and Vision Galleries Access Evaluation

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Award

01 Jun 2026 at 11:44

Tender

16 Feb 2026 at 15:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group, a public authority under the central government located in London, recently completed the procurement process titled "Sound and Vision Galleries Access Evaluation." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically research and museum consultancy services. The process utilised an open competition method under a below-threshold classification. The final award for the contract was completed by June 2026, following an initial tender period that ended on 8th March 2026. The contracting phase lasted from 6th April 2026 to 31st August 2026, with the contract valued at £20,000 net and £24,000 gross. The outcome of this tender presents a robust engagement in enhancing the accessibility of new gallery spaces within the museum structure.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in design and research consultancy, particularly those specialising in museum and exhibition services. Companies like small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that offer innovative solutions for accessibility and visitor engagement can leverage such opportunities to secure contracts that drive their growth in the sector. The completion of this open tender process by Sick in the City CIC, an SME based in Birmingham, highlights the potential for competitive advantage in public sector engagements, promoting inclusivity and access within high-profile cultural institutions. This procurement demonstrates a viable entry point for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in collaboration with reputable national organisations.

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Notice Title

Sound and Vision Galleries Access Evaluation

Notice Description

The Museum is seeking to appoint a consultant to perform a comprehensive access evaluation of the new galleries and their suite of accessible resources. Please see Appendix 1 - Sound and Vision Access Evaluation Brief for more information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06552a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051358-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

92521000 - Museum services

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
24 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

SICK IN THE CITY

Further Information

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