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ROG First Light Exhibitions Mechanical Interactives

NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM

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02 Jun 2026 at 13:22

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Maritime Museum, a central government public authority based in London, is seeking contractors to fabricate mechanical interactives for new exhibitions at the Royal Observatory Greenwich as part of the ROG First Light Project. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically museum-exhibition services, and follows an open competitive flexible procedure. Interested contractors should note the two-stage process, including a pre-selection questionnaire (PSQ) and a tender phase, with site visits available. The procurement process began on 2nd June 2026, with an expression of interest deadline set for 9th July 2026. The enquiry period concludes on 29th June 2026, and awards will be finalised by 1st March 2027. The project is scheduled to start on 15th March 2027 and end on 15th May 2028.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand within the museum exhibition services sector. It is particularly suitable for companies experienced in designing and fabricating mechanical interactives. SMEs are encouraged to participate, providing a potential avenue for growth by associating with a prestigious institution like the Royal Museums Greenwich. The projected contract value is £280,500, making this an attractive opportunity for businesses aiming to enhance their portfolio and visibility. The contract values both price and technical quality highly, offering an advantageous scenario for businesses that can deliver innovative solutions with a focus on quality.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ROG First Light Exhibitions Mechanical Interactives

Notice Description

Royal Museums Greenwich are inviting contractors to participate in a procurement to fabricate mechanical interactives for a suite of new Royal Observatory Greenwich exhibitions, part of the the ROG First Light Project. This will be a two-stage procurement process including a PSQ process from which contractors will be shortlisted. Shortlisted contractors will be invited to Tender. Contractors will be invited to visit site. Full details of the procurement procedure can be found in the procurement documentation. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Museum-exhibition-services./57337FWFP4 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/57337FWFP4

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ab8e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051930-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£280,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£280,500 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Mar 2027 - 15 May 2028 1-2 years
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
NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE10 9NF
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Greenwich
Electoral Ward
Greenwich Park
Westminster Constituency
Greenwich and Woolwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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