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Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group, based in London, has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Sound and Galleries - Summative Evaluation" project. This project falls under the services industry category, specifically targeting evaluation consultancy services and museum-exhibition services. The procurement process, initiated as an open competition below the threshold, was awarded to the company Ethnic Dimension, a small or medium-sized enterprise. The contract, valued at £30,000 (net of VAT), was signed on 20th May 2026, and it began on the same date, set to conclude on 31st August 2026. The process reflects a structured approach to evaluating the Sound and Vision galleries, ensuring comprehensive outcomes.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in evaluation and research consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in museum and exhibition domains. SMEs, in particular, may find such openings advantageous to expand their portfolios and demonstrate their competence in high-profile public sector projects. The open competition nature of the tender also encourages a diverse range of companies to participate, raising the potential for increased visibility and industry recognition. Those businesses that can deliver customised and detailed evaluations will be well-suited to compete successfully in similar future tenders by public authorities such as the Science Museum Group.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Sound and Galleries - Summative Evaluation

Notice Description

The museum wishes to appoint a consultant to undertake a comprehensive summative evaluation of the Sound and Vision galleries.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065559
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051345-2026
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

79419000 - Evaluation consultancy services

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

ETHNIC DIMENSION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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