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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves National Museums Scotland, based in Edinburgh, which seeks to appoint specialist contractors for the design and production of mannequins and bust forms for the upcoming exhibition "Little Black Dress" scheduled to open in June 2020. The tender is in the Award stage, with the relevant contract signed on 14th November 2019. The total value of the contract is £45,000 and the procurement method employed is an open procedure, covered by the GPA, helping ensure a competitive bidding process.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in exhibition design, especially those proficient in creating high-quality displays for museums. Companies that offer bespoke mannequin production and have experience in the cultural or artistic sectors will find this contract particularly well-suited to their capabilities. As the exhibition features over 60 fashion garments, there is potential for sustained engagement in similar projects within the arts and culture industry.

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Notice Title

Mannequins and Bust Forms - National Museums Scotland

Notice Description

National Museums Scotland seeks to appoint a specialist contractors for the design development and production of mannequins and bust forms for the exhibition "Little Black Dress" opening June 2020 at the Museum's Chambers street site. The mannequins and bust forms required are as detailed in the Specification, and Pricing Document (Appendix B). The mannequins and bust forms will be of museum quality.

Lot Information

Lot 1

National Museums Scotland is preparing a fashion exhibition opening in June 2020, called "Little Black Dress". The exhibition will comprise over 60 fashion garments from National Museum Scotland's own collection as well as international and private lenders.The Museum's textile conservation team is currently preparing the garments for display on a range of mannequins and bust forms many of which require procurement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000602911
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN376272
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92521000 - Museum services

92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20196 years ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2019 - 1 Jun 2020 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
National Museums Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1JF
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Proportion London

Further Information

Notice Documents

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