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104938- T.Smith- Frame Conservation

DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT

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02 Mar 2026 at 10:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has completed the procurement process titled "104938- T.Smith- Frame Conservation," focusing on museum-standard frame conservation for Government Art Collection artwork. The tender pertains to the goods category specifically within the picture frames industry, with the operations situated across the UK Government Estate. The procurement was initiated under a direct method and classified as below threshold, indicating no competition was required. The contract was awarded and activated on 27th February 2026 and signed on 26th February 2026, highlighting key dates for the involved parties.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in conservation and art display solutions within the public sector. Engaging especially to small and medium enterprises, the procurement process invites skilled conservation entities capable of maintaining high standards for government art pieces. Theo Smith Finishing, located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, secured the contract, demonstrating the gains available for similar enterprises with expertise in picture frame services and conservation. The central government liaison, DCMS Commercial, can provide insights for businesses looking to grow by connecting with contracting authorities and navigating similar procurement opportunities.

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Notice Title

104938- T.Smith- Frame Conservation

Notice Description

Museum standard frame conservation of Government Art Collection art work to facilitate safe display in working buildings across the UK Government Estate. Please note- actual start date of contract is 16th Feb 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065f11
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018244-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
£11,855 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

THEO SMITH FINISHING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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