Tender

V&A Fashion Gallery Refurbishment: Showcase Contractor

VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM

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Tender

03 Mar 2026 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

The Victoria and Albert Museum is seeking a Showcase Contractor to design, manufacture, deliver, and install showcases for the Fashion Gallery refurbishment at its South Kensington location, specifically Gallery 40. This project, falling under the 'Museum construction work' category, aims to enhance the architectural splendour of the Octagon Gallery and create a world-class venue for fashion collections. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period ending on 13 April 2026 and an anticipated contract start date of 11 May 2026. Interested parties must submit their bids via Delta, the eSourcing system, by adhering to the open procedure methodology, with a total estimated contract value of £4,800,000 (including VAT).

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, design, and installation services, particularly those with expertise in producing high-quality showcases and engaging in conservation work. With a focus on value engineering, design integrity, and sustainable practices, firms with a strong portfolio in museum infrastructure and project management are well-suited to benefit from this procurement. Small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate, and success in this project could enhance reputation and provide substantial industry visibility.

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Notice Title

V&A Fashion Gallery Refurbishment: Showcase Contractor

Notice Description

We're looking for a Showcase Contractor to design, manufacture, deliver and install all the showcases for our new fashion gallery (Gallery 40) at V&A South Kensington. If you are interested, please click the link to log on to Delta where you'll find the tender pack that sets out design intent, specifications (including lighting), dimensions, quantities and requirements. We expect the Showcase Contractor to actively contribute to the final design specifications, with particular attention on minimal framing, gaskets, showcase access, support of AV equipment, conservation, structural stability, economy of production, value engineering, materials and finishes. The Showcase Contractor will also liaise closely throughout the process with the Consultant Design Team, the V&A Project Team and the Main Contractor The overall aim of this project is to redesign and fit out the permanent fashion gallery, reclaiming display space by removing the current mezzanine, temporary exhibition area, and shop. This will provide opportunities to enhance the presentation of the collection and provide better access to our collections for our visitors' enjoyment and study. The project will restore the architectural splendour of the iconic Octagon Gallery, transforming it into a world class venue for housing our fashion collections and staging associated programming. The following organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the V&A. Their role in this procurement is drafting tender documentation and evaluating tenders. IDK Office Limited - 14762665 - 21A Iliffe Yard, SE17 3QA Lockerdell Consulting Limited - 06533684 - 86-90 Paul Street, EC2A 4NE Greenway Associates Limited - 06277346 - Redhill Chambers, RH1 1RJ

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: * The negotiation, agreement and instruction of additional works such as internal showcase plinths, display infrastructures and any other additional services and works which may form part of the project scope of works as the project progresses through RIBA 4. * The Showcase Contractor taking the role of Principal Contractor and associated duties following Main Contractor completion. * Service, maintenance and call-out costs subsequent to the expiry of the initial 12 month defect liability period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066077
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018762-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45212313 - Museum construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2026Today
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 29 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW7 2RL
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

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