Tender

Engineering Insurance Inspections

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Tender

13 Apr 2026 at 12:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group, a central government public authority, has initiated a tender process for "Engineering Insurance Inspections," located at The Science Museum in London, UK. This open procedure tender aims to secure services related to engineering insurance inspections, including architectural and construction services. The procurement stage is active, with submissions for the tender closing on 11th May 2026. The award period is expected to end on 3rd June 2026, and the contract, valued at £144,000 gross, could commence on 1st October 2026, with options for renewal beyond the initial three-year period. Bids must be submitted in English via the stated procurement portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the engineering and insurance sectors, particularly those specialising in auxiliary, actuarial, and salvage insurance services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can compete effectively due to the suitability criteria accommodating such businesses. The procurement criteria emphasise management quality, team experience, and cost-effectiveness. Companies with strong capabilities in these areas, particularly in managing inspections and ensuring asset data integrity, will find this tender an excellent avenue for business growth. The tender's focus on the continuity of engineering services and sustainability further aligns with contemporary industry trends, enhancing market competitiveness for suitable bidders.

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Notice Title

Engineering Insurance Inspections

Notice Description

Science Museum Group is seekimg for for the provision of Engineering Insurance Inspections.

Lot Information

Equipment Categories

Equipment Categories. Please refer to the tender documents for more details.

Renewal: The option to extend for 2 additional years at SMG sole discretion.

Pressurised Boilers

Pressurised Boilers. Please refer to the tender documents for more details.

Renewal: The option to extend for 2 additional years at SMG sole discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0680fa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033258-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

66519000 - Engineering, auxiliary, average, loss, actuarial and salvage insurance services

66519200 - Engineering insurance services

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 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

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