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title: "National Museums Liverpool Terracotta Warriors Exhibition Graphics Tender"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2018c233-caf8-4949-b644-9eb1aefa7011"
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buyer: "NATIONAL MUSEUMS ON MERSEYSIDE"
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# National Museums Liverpool Terracotta Warriors Exhibition Graphics Tender

Buyer: NATIONAL MUSEUMS ON MERSEYSIDE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2018c233-caf8-4949-b644-9eb1aefa7011

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## Summary

The National Museums On Merseyside has initiated the 'Terracotta Warriors Exhibition Graphics Tender', aimed at producing and installing high-quality exhibition graphics for a significant exhibition at the World Museum in Liverpool. The procurement is in the award stage, with the tender having been published on 5th October 2017 and initially open until 18th October 2017, following an open procurement method below the threshold. The contract period is set to commence on 27th October 2017, concluding on 10th January 2018. This exhibition, showcasing artefacts from the tomb of China's First Emperor, will be a major cultural event in Liverpool from February to October 2018, enhancing the city's appeal as a tourist destination.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in exhibition design and installation, graphic design, and associated printing services. Given the scale and prestige of the exhibition, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can deliver high-quality visual solutions would be particularly well-suited to compete. The showcase is expected to attract a significant number of visitors, thus providing a lucrative platform for businesses aiming to enhance their portfolios and gain visibility in the cultural sector.

## Notice

Bidders are asked to submit a formal tender for the "Terracotta Warriors Exhibition Graphics". We require a contractor to produce and install a series of high quality exhibition graphics in varying formats for this high profile exhibition. This includes lightboxes, fabric banners, vinyl lettering, Perspex labels, 3d lettering and duratrans. We are staging a major exhibition at World Museum from February to October 2018 which will showcase national treasures from the tomb of China's First Emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi. This is the first time in more than 30 years that such an exhibition has been brought to a museum in the UK outside London. Visitors will be given a glimpse into the extraordinary story of Qin Shihuangdi, the First Emperor of China (221 to 210 BC). Fragments of clay from his vast burial site were unearthed near Xi'an in North West China in 1974 and subsequently led to the discovery of the now famous terracotta warriors. The Emperor's terracotta warriors will be shown alongside other spectacular artefacts dating from the 6th century BC to the 3nd century AD, along with remarkable new archaeological discoveries. They shed light on the pursuit of immortality and preparations for the afterlife amongst ruling families but also help us to understand more about the imperial court and everyday life in Ancient China. The exhibition will be a major tourist attraction during Liverpool's 2018 celebrations, marking 10 years since the city held the title of European Capital of Culture in 2008.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b9984d5-7c69-42d0-a960-ff9cc8af9b67 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | 20 Nov 2017 - 12 Jan 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £38,276 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL MUSEUMS ON MERSEYSIDE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L2 2JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEACH COLOUR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

## Release History

- 20 Nov 2017 at 14:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b9984d5-7c69-42d0-a960-ff9cc8af9b67
- 16 Oct 2017 at 10:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e46cbe77-e2df-40c5-9080-2354d767c41c
- 16 Oct 2017 at 08:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e46cbe77-e2df-40c5-9080-2354d767c41c
- 5 Oct 2017 at 13:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e46cbe77-e2df-40c5-9080-2354d767c41c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b9984d5-7c69-42d0-a960-ff9cc8af9b67
  20th November 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e46cbe77-e2df-40c5-9080-2354d767c41c
  16th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/877650d6-d35f-4f79-9691-3b29164c01e9
  Terracotta Warrior Exhibition Graphics Tender
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8a6bce15-a042-47eb-a72b-847bb4162b25
  Appendix A - Form of Tender
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f1829425-441d-4dcb-bee8-695b602ab12a
  Appendix B - NML Supplemental Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/981519cf-1002-45b0-99a6-a3c2d5a21f83
  Appendix C - NML Safety Guidelines for Contractors
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5fb28882-d8b6-49af-9a33-faaaa1979f71
  Appendix D - NML H & S QUESTIONNAIRE
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/456fed6b-d4e6-41fe-b941-760ae939896f
  Appendix E - NML Procurement Protocol
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e97b51aa-40bd-4814-a76a-57cf19c8cf0a
  Appendix F - Change Control Process
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/86a63379-5534-4c27-9908-ab3bd64d8445
  Appendix G - Graphics schedule and costing sheet
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/783d7ebd-f25a-429d-a422-d4b04239450b
  Appendix H- Graphics Preliminaries
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eb45c2cc-9143-42c5-a51b-ed429086bf3b
  APPENDIX I - artwork for sample 500x500mm_plus_25mm_bleed
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/66211e80-2737-408c-9b16-193318d7ea5e
  APPENDIX J - artwork for sample 1000x2000mm_banner
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2d94d1e2-c2fe-43a7-a84d-9ca194d9119e
  Appendix K - Site Compound
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ad6388cf-44d3-4c88-8bd9-ede910343263
  Appendix G - Graphics schedule and costing sheet (13Oct17)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d300a9fd-cf9d-4c0a-855a-ca9ef720faf7
  Terracotta Warrior Exhibition Graphics Questions

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