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Tender

31 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

National Museums Scotland is seeking contractors for their project titled "National Museum of Rural Life - Exhibition Building - Replacement of 11no Windows" in East Kilbride. The project entails the replacement of 11 windows at the museum's exhibition building, with the procurement being managed via an open procedure. Key dates to note include the tender period ending on 18th September 2026, and the contract work scheduled to occur from 1st October 2026 to 30th October 2026. The procurement falls under the works category with the primary location in the UKM region. Tender submissions are to be made electronically through the Public Contracts Scotland website. The total value of the contract is GBP 20,000.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies in the construction industry specialising in window installation and related services. Businesses possessing the capability to manufacture or procure suitable window materials that match existing designs are well-positioned to bid on this contract. Given the requirement for Basic Disclosure Scotland Certification, companies with a track record of performing public sector contracts that demand background checks would find this project suitable. Delivering quality installations within the designated timeline can enhance a company's reputation with National Museums Scotland, paving the way for future collaborations.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

National Museum of Rural Life - Exhibition Bldg. - Replacement of 11no Windows

Notice Description

National Museum of Rural Life - Exhibition Bldg. - Replacement of 7no Windows

Lot Information

Lot 1

Please replace 11no windows as per attached plans and photographs. The windows must match the colour of the existing, but can be manufactured of any appropriate material.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000838972
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561394
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44221000 - Windows, doors and related items

44221100 - Windows

45421100 - Installation of doors and windows and related components

45421130 - Installation of doors and windows

45421132 - Installation of windows

45441000 - Glazing work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL MUSEUMS SCOTLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1JF
Post Town
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
TLM84 North Lanarkshire

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

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