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Freelance Project Manager at Science and Industry Museum, Manchester

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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28 Apr 2026 at 12:51

TenderUpdate

02 Apr 2026 at 11:22

Tender

30 Mar 2026 at 10:48

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group has awarded the contract for a Freelance Project Manager to support the delivery of the Manchester Cotton and Transatlantic Slavery exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester. Initially tendered as an open competition below the threshold, the contract was signed on 20 April 2026 and runs until 30 April 2027. This procurement process falls under the services category, particularly focused on museum-exhibition services, with a gross value of £47,820. The contracting process was initiated on 28 April 2026, with Anna Moutrey Production Ltd announced as the successful supplier.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs, involved in project management consultancy and museum-exhibition services, to gain visibility through involvement in a prestigious exhibition. The focus on quality and competitive pricing during the tender phase suggests this opportunity is well-suited for businesses that excel in delivering high-quality services while maintaining cost efficiency. Engaging in such a project can enhance business portfolios within the cultural and exhibition industry, driving growth through high-profile project management roles. The Science Museum Group, as a central government public authority, provides a strong partnership foundation for suppliers aiming to expand their expertise and reach within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Title

Freelance Project Manager at Science and Industry Museum, Manchester

Notice Description

SMG wishes to award a contract for the provision of a freelance Project Manager to support the delivery of Manchester Cotton and Transatlantic Slavery exhibition due to open at Science and Industry Museum in February 2027. There will be an Online Information Session on 8th April at 17 :30 where candidates will have the opportunity to ask further questions about the role and project. Link - https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6a0d6647-d162-438b-88c8-552f79132de1@e967bcc0-c070-41c8-9f7e-806069f6330b

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06779e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038591-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,850 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 years
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
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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

ANNA MOUTREY PRODUCTION

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