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RFQ- GAC Framing

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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26 Feb 2026 at 12:50

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, located at 100 Parliament Street, London, which initiated a request for quotation titled "RFQ- GAC Framing" for framing services related to the Government Art Collection. This contract, valued at £50,000, falls under the goods category specifically for picture frames and has been awarded to Fletcher Gallery Services Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise based in London. The procurement involved a limited competition method, below the threshold. The contract was signed on 13 February 2026, with the period running until 31 March 2026, and involves metrics such as invoicing accuracy and timely delivery of milestones.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses in the framing industry. Companies specialising in picture framing services, particularly those with experience in large-scale or government projects, will find this contract appealing. Fletcher Gallery Services Ltd's success in securing this award illustrates the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises to engage in government contracts and expand their portfolio within public sector procurement. SME framing providers can leverage opportunities like these to bolster their business credentials and explore further collaborations with government departments, enhancing their visibility and market position.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ- GAC Framing

Notice Description

RFQ of PS50k for framing services for Government Art Collection

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065cf6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017283-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39298200 - Picture frames

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BQ
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)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FLETCHER GALLERY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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