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title: "GAC Transport to and from Paris"
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# GAC Transport to and from Paris

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3c67f827-92c3-455f-8cd5-0eab5bcd7894

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## Summary

The procurement process described involves the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), which sought a supplier for transporting artwork to and from Paris. This service falls under the Transport Services industry category, specifically excluding waste transport, and is to be conducted between London and Paris. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period ending on 15th August 2025. The contract began on 29th August 2025 and will conclude on 30th June 2026. The business Constantine Ltd was awarded the contract on 26th January 2026, with official publication taking place on 23rd February 2026.

This tender creates opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and those not classified as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Given that the procurement involves transport services at an international level, businesses specialising in logistics and transportation of sensitive or high-value items such as artwork are well-suited to compete. The selective procurement method indicates a competitive process, but being part of a suitable framework agreement could favour qualifying SMEs in the industry. The DCMS's engagement with Constantine Ltd exemplifies a successful partnership in the art transport sector, highlighting potential for others in this field to provide specialised services in public procurement.

## Notice

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) requires a supplier to provide transportation of artwork to and from Paris.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2db99904-3aec-4e56-a14d-6492979eb855 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Aug 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,950 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,950 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR CULTURE, MEDIA AND SPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONSTANTINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2026 at 17:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2db99904-3aec-4e56-a14d-6492979eb855

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2db99904-3aec-4e56-a14d-6492979eb855
  23rd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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