Tender

Wonderlab Gallery - Audio-Visual Hardware and Integration

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Tender

23 Mar 2026 at 13:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group is seeking contractors to renew the audio-visual hardware in its Wonderlab Gallery, located in London, UK. The procurement is categorised under services within the television and audio-visual equipment industry. This process is currently in the tender stage, with crucial dates including the enquiry period ending on 10th April 2026 and the tender period concluding on 17th April 2026. The contract is set to start on 27th April 2026 and end on 30th April 2027. This procurement process follows an open procedure, inviting a wide range of suppliers to participate.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in AV hardware and integration services. Companies with expertise in installation services for sound and video equipment can leverage this £167,300 contract to expand their client base within the public sector. The Science Museum Group, a central government public authority, requires the contractor to work collaboratively with an external AV Design Consultant and its internal Technical Services Team, highlighting the importance of experience and teamwork. Businesses with innovative methodologies and sustainable practices will be well-suited to compete, given the emphasis on quality criteria alongside pricing.

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Notice Title

Wonderlab Gallery - Audio-Visual Hardware and Integration

Notice Description

We are seeking an AV hardware contractor to complete a renewal of the Wonderlab Gallery sound reinforcement, Paging and control systems. The Contractor will mobilise quickly and work closely with our external AV Design Consultant and internal Technical Services Team.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067161
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026264-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

32320000 - Television and audio-visual equipment

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

32321300 - Audio-visual materials

32351300 - Audio equipment accessories

51310000 - Installation services of radio, television, sound and video equipment

51313000 - Installation services of sound equipment

51314000 - Installation services of video equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£167,300 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£167,300 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Apr 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 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
SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

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