Tender

TOMORROW GALLERY AV Hardware Integrator

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Tender

21 Apr 2026 at 14:36

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement tender initiated by the Science Museum Group pertains to establishing a contract for AV Hardware Integration for the Tomorrow Gallery at the Science Museum in London. Categorised under 'goods', this tender falls within the industry of audio-visual equipment and installation services of radio, television, sound, and video equipment. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions in English until the deadline on 1st June 2026. Key dates include the end of the enquiry period on 21st May 2026 and the anticipated award period concluding on 11th June 2026. With a substantial value estimated at £792,000 gross, this contract is significant and above threshold.

The opportunity presented by this tender could greatly benefit businesses specialising in audio-visual equipment and installation services, offering a potential path for growth. The Science Museum Group, a prestigious public authority within the central government, provides a high-profile platform for suppliers to exhibit their expertise in AV hardware innovation and sustainable practices. The tender offers room for competitive businesses, particularly those with considerable relevant experience and strong methodological approaches, as these criteria hold significant weight in the evaluation process. Firms looking to expand their portfolio in the United Kingdom and strengthen their reputation in the audio-visual sector should consider participating in this tender.

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Notice Title

TOMORROW GALLERY AV Hardware Integrator

Notice Description

SMG wishes to establish a contract for the provision of goods and services of AV Hardware Integrator for the Tomorrow Gallery at the Science Museum.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0687b8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036241-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£660,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£660,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Jun 2026 - 24 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
TLI London

Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

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