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IWM/2627/EPS/3505: Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade at IWM Duxford

IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS

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10 Jul 2026 at 15:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Imperial War Museums (IWM) is initiating an open procurement process to undertake a significant electrical infrastructure upgrade at IWM Duxford. This tender, titled "IWM/2627/EPS/3505: Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade at IWM Duxford," falls under the 'works' category and targets the central government sector. Located in London, the procurement is at the tender stage, with the deadline for tender submissions set for 31 July 2026, at noon. Interested parties should note the mandatory site visit scheduled for 21 July 2026. The project will be implemented as a design-and-build package, with an estimated gross value of £2,500,000. The procurement method for this opportunity is an open competition below threshold.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for qualified electrical engineering firms, particularly those with experience in high voltage installations and electrical distribution systems. Businesses capable of offering a coordinated design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning service may find this project within their capabilities. Smaller to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also encouraged to participate, as the suitability criteria include provisions for such businesses. Through this contract, businesses have the potential to enhance their portfolio with government projects, broadening their industry presence and building a reputation within the central government procurement framework.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IWM/2627/EPS/3505: Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade at IWM Duxford

Notice Description

Imperial War Museums ("IWM") is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of a new electrical distribution network at IWM Duxford. The works are to be delivered as a fully coordinated design-and-build package, including all surveys, statutory approvals, temporary works, testing, commissioning, documentation and handover requirements. Please note that early engagement with the mandatory site visit requirement is crucial as only the pre-scheduled site visits on 21 July 2026 can be accommodated. Access Code: ARD562HR87 For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Electrical-installation-work./ARD562HR87 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ARD562HR87

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c8de
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065314-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45315300 - Electricity supply installations

45315400 - High voltage installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,083,333 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,083,333 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 1-6 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
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS
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
SE1 6HZ
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

Notice Documents

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