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title: "Invitation to Tender: Bewdley Museum Collection Documentation and Collection Review"
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# Invitation to Tender: Bewdley Museum Collection Documentation and Collection Review

Buyer: WYRE FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2a17192e-23d0-4b87-bde4-b90442d44915

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## Summary

Wyre Forest District Council has initiated a public procurement process with the title "Invitation to Tender: Bewdley Museum Collection Documentation and Collection Review." The procurement falls under the industry category of "Library, archives, museums and other cultural services" and is located in England, United Kingdom. The current stage of the process is the tender phase, with key deadlines including a tender end date of 10th March 2026 and a contract period running from 1st April to 31st December 2026. The procurement method used is an open procedure, indicating a transparent and accessible process for potential suppliers.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for freelancers and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those experienced in cultural services and museum documentation. The project involves the review and documentation of Bewdley Museum Collections, with a focus on preparing for potential ownership transfer amidst the Local Government Reorganisation programme. The contract, valued at £80,000, supports and encourages participation from SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), broadening the scope for diverse business growth within the sector. Businesses with expertise in museum and archive management, particularly those familiar with local authority interactions, would be well-suited to compete for this opportunity.

## Notice

Wyre Forest District Council ("the Council") wishes to a are seeking a qualified freelancer to carry out the documentation, review and potential transfer of Bewdley Museum Collections. WFDC are exploring options to transfer the ownership of Bewdley Museum following the Government's announcement of the Local Government Reorganisation programme. As part of the process a freelancer is required to carry out the documentation and review of Bewdley Museum Collections and to facilitate the potential transfer of the Kidderminster collection to appropriate Local Authorities or organisations. The opportunity is advertised on the ProActis Procurement Portal. Ref: DNS806290 WF2025/49 Reference

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cee9438f-73ca-44cb-9f0f-2dfaa8df12e6 |
| 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 | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| 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 | WYRE FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIDDERMINSTER |
| Post town | Dudley |
| Postcode | DY11 7WF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Wyre Forest |
| Electoral ward | Mitton |
| Westminster constituency | Wyre Forest |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 19:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cee9438f-73ca-44cb-9f0f-2dfaa8df12e6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cee9438f-73ca-44cb-9f0f-2dfaa8df12e6
  9th February 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.wyreforestdc.gov.uk

## Provenance

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