--- title: "De-rigging and Re-suspension of Exploring Space objects in Ages of Space" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-910a86a9-a8c1-45df-a875-85f24c59e392" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-910a86a9-a8c1-45df-a875-85f24c59e392" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-910a86a9-a8c1-45df-a875-85f24c59e392.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-910a86a9-a8c1-45df-a875-85f24c59e392.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP" published: "2024-09-10" --- # De-rigging and Re-suspension of Exploring Space objects in Ages of Space Buyer: SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-910a86a9-a8c1-45df-a875-85f24c59e392 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-910a86a9-a8c1-45df-a875-85f24c59e392) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-910a86a9-a8c1-45df-a875-85f24c59e392.json) ## Summary The Science Museum Group is seeking a supplier for the de-rigging and re-suspension of objects within the Exploring Space gallery to be reinstalled in a new gallery, Ages of Space. This procurement is categorised under 'Other services' (CPV code 98390000) and is part of an open procedure that falls below the threshold. The relevant location for this contract is primarily in London (SW7 2DD) but may extend to various regions including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the rest of the world, and the United Kingdom. The process is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including the tender submission deadline on 8 October 2024 and the contract commencement on 16 October 2024, running until 22 September 2025. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in object rigging and de-rigging services. The open procedure nature of this tender allows for a wide range of businesses to participate, offering ample scope for competitive pricing and innovative service solutions. Companies specialised in museum installation services, logistical support for exhibitions, and related service categories will find this contract especially suited to their capabilities. Successful bidders will have the chance to establish a strong working relationship with the prestigious Science Museum Group, potentially opening doors to future projects and collaborations. ## Notice The Science Museum Group wishes to appoint a Supplier to provide object rigging and de-rigging services in order to deinstall objects from the Exploring Space Gallery and re-install them in a new gallery, titled Ages of Space. Your quotation should be submitted via the In-Tend portal at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home by 8 October 2024. Any questions that you have about any of the information given to you should be raised anonymously through the post box on In-Tend. 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/82a2923c-9ed1-4a88-81e6-2dc446f549c3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 8 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 16 Oct 2024 - 22 Sep 2025 | | 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 - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98390000 - Other services ## Release History - 10 Sep 2024 at 15:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82a2923c-9ed1-4a88-81e6-2dc446f549c3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82a2923c-9ed1-4a88-81e6-2dc446f549c3 10th September 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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