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01 Jul 2026 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

The Science Museum Group is inviting tenders for the provision of 2D and 3D design services for the temporary "Video Games" exhibition at the National Science and Media Museum in Bradford. This procurement process is at the tender stage, with an open and competitive approach, offering a contract value of £40,000, with a gross value of £48,000. Interested parties must submit their quotations via the In-Tend portal by the end of the day on 26th July 2026. The contract is set to commence on 10th August 2026 and conclude on 30th April 2027. Any enquiries should be submitted by 22nd July 2026.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in graphic, design consultancy, and museum-exhibition services to expand their portfolio and gain prominence by collaborating on a high-profile project with a renowned institution. It is particularly well-suited for companies with proven expertise in delivering innovative design solutions and a strong track record in the cultural sector. The selection process will evaluate responses based on price and quality, presenting an advantageous prospect for businesses demonstrating creativity, quality, and cost-effectiveness in their design proposals.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Video Games Exhibition - 2D and 3D Design

Notice Description

SMG wishes to award a contract for the provision of 2D and 3D design for the temporary exhibition Video Games (working title) at the National Science and Media Museum, Bradford.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c1af
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061923-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

22314000 - Designs

79415200 - Design consultancy services

79822500 - Graphic design services

79933000 - Design support services

92521000 - Museum services

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

98112000 - Services furnished by professional organisations

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 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
26 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Aug 2026 - 30 Apr 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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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