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title: "British Museum Archaeological Research Collection Main Contractor"
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# British Museum Archaeological Research Collection Main Contractor

Buyer: THE BRITISH MUSEUM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-beaa41b7-c119-4b16-8cb7-93c27e640fc0

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## Summary

The British Museum is seeking a main contractor for the Archaeological Research Collection, a significant new storage facility measuring 15,500 square metres. This procurement falls under the works category of building construction and is based in London, South East England. The award was published on 23 August 2019, following a tender period that ended on 18 July 2019, with a contract value of £31,901,000. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically the restricted procedure, and the contract period extends from 22 July 2019 to 1 February 2021.

This project presents lucrative opportunities for large construction firms specialising in building works, particularly those with experience managing significant infrastructure projects. Companies that can demonstrate capacity for a project of this scale and complexity will be well-positioned to compete. The British Museum, as the contracting authority, engages with industry professionals aiming for quality construction services, making this an ideal opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the construction sector.

## Notice

The British Museum Archaeological Research Collection (BM ARC) is a new storage facility to house the Museum's collection. The new 15,500sqm building will include storage and occupied areas.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b5158a5-bf9e-4e9a-a1ee-2dfca99822bb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 21 Jul 2019 - 1 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £31,901,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,989,000 |
| 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 | THE BRITISH MUSEUM |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | WC1B 3DG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | Bloomsbury |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JOHN GRAHAM CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45210000 - Building construction work

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2019 at 11:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b5158a5-bf9e-4e9a-a1ee-2dfca99822bb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b5158a5-bf9e-4e9a-a1ee-2dfca99822bb
  23rd August 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=421781346
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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