Tomorrow Gallery Exhibition Fit Out Main Contractor

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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TenderUpdate

08 May 2026 at 15:22

Tender

22 Apr 2026 at 16:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group is seeking a main contractor for the Exhibition Fit Out works of the upcoming Tomorrow Gallery. This opportunity falls under the industry category of construction work for art and cultural buildings as well as buildings related to exhibitions. Located in London, United Kingdom, the procurement process is currently in the tender stage, having recently extended the submission deadline to 4th June 2026 to accommodate more comprehensive bids. The open competition method is employed, and the contract period is scheduled to begin on 9th June 2026 and end on 9th January 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those experienced in cultural or exhibition spaces. The contract, valued at £1,800,000, provides a platform for growth and visibility within the public sector. Companies adept in delivering complex fit-out projects, possessing a strong portfolio of similar works and the capability to adhere to specified timelines, will find this tender particularly well-suited to their capabilities. Participating businesses stand to not only secure a valuable contract but also build a lasting partnership with a renowned institution like the Science Museum Group.

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Notice Title

Tomorrow Gallery Exhibition Fit Out Main Contractor

Notice Description

SMG wishes to establish a contract for the provision of Exhibition Fit Out works for the Tomorrow Gallery.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06890d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042701-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings

45212310 - Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Jun 2026 - 9 Jan 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
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

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