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Serendipity Arts Festival London 2027 Project Manager

SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP

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Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group, a central government public authority based in London, is seeking to contract a Project Manager for the "Serendipity Arts Festival London 2027". This tender belongs to the services category, specifically involving project management consultancy and management-related services. The project will be conducted in London, and the contract period is from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2027. Interested parties must submit their tenders by the deadline of 17th June 2026, with any enquiries to be addressed by 12th June 2026. The procurement process is an open competition, and the value for the tender is set at £60,000 gross. For those wishing to apply, electronic submissions are allowed.

This opportunity offers significant potential for growth to businesses experienced in festival project management and production. It is particularly well-suited to freelancers or companies with a strong track record in managing arts and cultural events, especially those able to collaborate effectively with international partners. The requirement for both part-time and full-time availability offers flexibility, making it an attractive proposition for dynamic businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the arts and cultural sector. Engaging with this tender can enhance a company's visibility and establish invaluable connections within both the UK and Indian markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Serendipity Arts Festival London 2027 Project Manager

Notice Description

The Science Museum are looking to hire a freelancer experienced in festival project management and production; indicative dates being 1 July 2026 until 1 July 2027, dependent on availability. The role is to support the creation and delivery of the first Serendipity Arts Festival to take place in London from 19-27 June 2027, and work collaboratively with partners in London and India to make this happen. We envisage the role being needed on a part time (c.3 days p/week) basis from July 2026 - February 2027, and then a more full time (c.5 days p/week) basis from March 2027 - June 2027. Please refer to the tender documents for further details.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a9fd
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051379-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

79420000 - Management-related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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