--- title: "SIM 2D & 3D Exhibition Design Services for Horrible Science" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0facf86a-1807-403d-be04-4eee1ee26fa7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0facf86a-1807-403d-be04-4eee1ee26fa7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0facf86a-1807-403d-be04-4eee1ee26fa7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0facf86a-1807-403d-be04-4eee1ee26fa7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP" published: "2025-02-05" --- # SIM 2D & 3D Exhibition Design Services for Horrible Science Buyer: SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0facf86a-1807-403d-be04-4eee1ee26fa7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0facf86a-1807-403d-be04-4eee1ee26fa7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0facf86a-1807-403d-be04-4eee1ee26fa7.json) ## Summary The Science Museum Group is seeking design services for the Horrible Science exhibition, encompassing 2D and 3D design, visitor journey planning, small interactive elements, case layouts, and optional lighting design. The exhibition will be showcased at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester and the Science Museum in London. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure below the threshold. The tender was published on 5th February 2025, with submissions due by 28th February 2025. The contract is expected to commence on 24th March 2025 and conclude on 31st March 2027. The primary industry category is Design Services, with additional classification under Museum-exhibition services, making it a valuable opportunity for professionals in the creative and design industries. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies specialising in exhibition design, interactive installations, and museum services will find this project particularly advantageous. By securing this contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio with high-profile projects in prominent cultural institutions in Manchester and London, providing substantial visibility and industry recognition. The open procurement method ensures a competitive and transparent selection process, encouraging innovative proposals from diverse industry participants. ## Notice The purpose of this tendering exercise is to appoint design of the exhibition, including: visitor journey, 3D design, 2D design, small scale interactives, case layouts and optional lighting design. The site of the works is the Science and Industry Museum (SIM), Manchester, in the Special Exhibitions Gallery (SEG), and Science Museum (SM), London, in the Special Exhibitions Gallery 1 (SEG 1). SIM will act as main client and point of contact. Please find the details in the tender document pack. Additional information: You can view our tender documents and apply for the opportunity here: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d79dfbbb-2f15-4204-bb35-c1e23c5ae4f5 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 24 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW7 2DD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham | | Local authority | Kensington and Chelsea | | Electoral ward | Brompton & Hans Town | | Westminster constituency | Kensington and Bayswater | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 22 - Printed matter and related products - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 22314000 - Designs - 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services ## Release History - 5 Feb 2025 at 15:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d79dfbbb-2f15-4204-bb35-c1e23c5ae4f5 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d79dfbbb-2f15-4204-bb35-c1e23c5ae4f5 5th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home - https://www.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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