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Supply of Frames & Display Cases

THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES

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27 Mar 2026 at 15:48

Summary of the contracting process

The National Archives, acting as the central government public authority, recently completed the procurement of display frames and cases. Located in Richmond, United Kingdom, the procurement process was initiated on 25th March 2026 and the contract was awarded to Harten Frameworks Ltd. The tender focused on supplying frames and display cases, specifically aluminium and polycarbonate designs, with the items intended for delivery within regions UKI and UKJ of the United Kingdom. The procurement, classified under the industry category for display cases, adopted a direct method below the threshold without competition, indicating a streamlined process.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in goods related to display solutions, such as Harten Frameworks Ltd, a small to medium enterprise dedicated to supplying such products. With the contracts already active, similar businesses could benefit from exploring this market space, focusing on providing specialised frames and cases that meet specific institutional needs. The scope encompasses design, construction, and installation capabilities, ideal for companies possessing expertise in bespoke fabrication and installation services, and situated within the UK, particularly in proximity to the delivery regions.

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Notice Title

Supply of Frames & Display Cases

Notice Description

Services to design, build and install: 1 x large aluminium box and frame; 1 x float mounted polycarbonate frame/case; 2 x Aluminium vitrine display cases

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0676e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028679-2026
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

39171000 - Display cases

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,918 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2026 - 25 Jun 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
THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 4DU
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HARTEN FRAMEWORKS

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