This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

03 Aug 2026 at 08:58

Tender

11 Mar 2026 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group has completed a procurement process titled "Acoustic Upgrade – Study, Welcome Building and Main Office" under an open competition method, classified as a works contract. The process involved an upgrade to the acoustic reverberation quality of specific facilities based on provided technical specifications. Located in London, this procurement falls within the category of roof works, insulation work, and building completion work. The awarded contract, valued at £52,272, was signed on 1st June 2026 and commenced on 2nd June 2026, ending on 30th July 2026. The procurement stage has advanced from tender to award, with 2601 Creative Print emerging as the successful supplier in this endeavour.

This tender presented a valuable opportunity for enterprises involved in construction, acoustics, and building enhancements. Businesses capable of delivering innovative design and execution within the realm of acoustic upgrades would have found this opportunity particularly fitting. SMEs similar to 2601 Creative Print, with expertise in specialised trade construction works, stood well-positioned to leverage this public procurement to extend their portfolio and strengthen relationships with prominent entities like the Science Museum Group. Such projects stimulate business growth by providing a platform for showcasing technical prowess and reliability within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Acoustic Upgrade - Study, Welcome Building and Main Office

Notice Description

The Science Museum Group wishes to appoint a Supplier to provide firstly a design to upgrade the acoustic reverberation quality of the Hawking Building Study and The Welcome Building's Reception based on the technical and aesthetical briefs provided. Secondly, once the design has been approved by SMG, to carry out the works accordingly.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066754
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073027-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

45320000 - Insulation work

45400000 - Building completion work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£52,272 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 30 Jul 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

2601 CREATIVE PRINT

Further Information

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