--- title: "NRM Railway Firsts Exhibition Fitout" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3317ec50-260f-43a2-abaa-e941396e8954" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3317ec50-260f-43a2-abaa-e941396e8954" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3317ec50-260f-43a2-abaa-e941396e8954.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3317ec50-260f-43a2-abaa-e941396e8954.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP" published: "2024-10-21" --- # NRM Railway Firsts Exhibition Fitout Buyer: SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3317ec50-260f-43a2-abaa-e941396e8954 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3317ec50-260f-43a2-abaa-e941396e8954) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3317ec50-260f-43a2-abaa-e941396e8954.json) ## Summary The Science Museum Group is seeking a principal contractor to deliver the fitout services for the Railway Firsts exhibition at the National Railway Museum in York and Locomotion. This encompasses the fabrication and installation of all setworks, including 3D elements, graphics, AV, and other interpretive content. The exhibition, consisting of 12 pop-up installations, aims to highlight significant 'firsts' in the rail industry and provide visitors with an engaging, story-driven experience. The contract, issued under an open procedure, is currently in the tender stage with key dates including a tender end date of 1st November 2024, and a contract period starting from 18th November 2024 until 31st January 2026. The exhibition is scheduled to open in February 2025, forming part of the wider Festival 2025 programme. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in museum construction and services, particularly those with expertise in complex fitouts involving multimedia and interpretive elements. It is designed to be accessible to SMEs and VCSEs, providing a notable platform for expanding their portfolios with high-profile work. Firms with a strong background in delivering high-quality, immersive museum experiences are well-suited to this project, which will enhance their industry reputation and networking opportunities within the cultural and heritage sectors. ## Notice The Science Museum Group is looking for a principal contractor to deliver exhibition fitout services for the Railway Firsts exhibition at the National Railway Museum (NRM) in York and Locomotion (LCM). This includes fabrication and install of all setworks including 3D, graphics, AV, and any other interpretation. Railway Firsts will be a temporary exhibition consisting of 12 pop up installations across NRM and LCM, recognising 'firsts' in the rail industry. From the first electric locomotive, to the first fast food train. The new exhibition will provide visitors to the museum with a high-quality, story-driven, meaningful experience. It will raise awareness and pride in the railways and our collection. The exhibition will open in February 2025 and forms part of our wider Festival 2025 programme across both of our museums. **Please find the further information in the ITT document pack - outstanding documents are an updated drawing pack to replace current Appendix 1. And Appendix 5 - pricing matrix template. we will aim to get these updated documents on the week of 7th of October. ***Updated on 8th October 2024: uploaded new Appendix 1, Appendix 5 and 6 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/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | 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 | 21 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 18 Nov 2024 - 31 Jan 2026 | | 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 - 45 - Construction work - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 45212313 - Museum construction work - 92521000 - Museum services ## Release History - 21 Oct 2024 at 10:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c - 21 Oct 2024 at 10:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c - 8 Oct 2024 at 15:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c - 4 Oct 2024 at 14:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c - 4 Oct 2024 at 14:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c - 4 Oct 2024 at 14:41 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c - 4 Oct 2024 at 14:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54bba327-d47d-42a9-a9f5-2dc42489b13c 21st October 2024 - 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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