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title: "NML Terracotta Warrior Exhibition Display Cases and Interior Staging Tender"
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# NML Terracotta Warrior Exhibition Display Cases and Interior Staging Tender

Buyer: NATIONAL MUSEUMS ON MERSEYSIDE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bf40d431-4504-44b2-aeb8-eecfa2f50f7a

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## Summary

The National Museums On Merseyside has initiated the "NML Terracotta Warrior Exhibition Display Cases and Interior Staging Tender" to procure, deliver, and install 13 display cases and 29 case interiors for a major exhibition scheduled to run from February to October 2018 at the World Museum in Liverpool. This significant exhibition will feature artefacts from China's First Emperor, Qin Shihuangdi, marking a historic event as it is the first of its kind to be hosted outside London in over 30 years. The tender period concluded on 25 August 2017, and the contract period spans from 8 September 2017 to 13 December 2017. This procurement follows an open procedure, inviting multiple suppliers to contribute to the aesthetic and practical staging of the exhibition.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the furniture manufacturing and exhibition services sectors, particularly those specialising in museum-quality display solutions. Companies that can demonstrate experience in creating bespoke display cases and exhibit staging will be well-placed to compete, especially those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Given the high-profile nature of the exhibition, suppliers can also benefit from enhanced visibility and potential collaborations within the cultural sector, aligning with Liverpool's celebrations as a major tourist destination in 2018.

## Notice

Bidders are asked to submit a formal tender for the "NML Terracotta Warrior Exhibition Display Cases and Interior Staging". We are staging a major exhibition at World Museum from February to October 2018 which will showcase national treasures from the tomb of China's First Emperor, Qin Shihuangdi. This is the first time in more than 30 years that such an exhibition has been brought to a museum in the UK outside London. Visitors will be given a glimpse into the extraordinary story of Qin Shihuangdi, the First Emperor of China (221 to 210 BC). Fragments of clay from his vast burial site were unearthed near Xi'an in North West China in 1974 and subsequently led to the discovery of the now famous terracotta warriors. The Emperor's terracotta warriors will be shown alongside other spectacular artefacts dating from the 6th century BC to the 3nd century AD, along with remarkable new archaeological discoveries. They shed light on the pursuit of immortality and preparations for the afterlife amongst ruling families but also help us to understand more about the imperial court and everyday life in Ancient China. The exhibition will be a major tourist attraction during Liverpool's 2018 celebrations, marking 10 years since the city held the title of European Capital of Culture in 2008. We are inviting tenders to produce, deliver and install 13 display cases and 29 case interiors for this exhibition. It will be located on the 2nd floor of World Museum, William Brown Street, L3 8EN We are looking to procure 13 new exhibition cases with interior staging to display a variety of archaeological finds from Ancient China. The cases must meet NML's display case specifications and match the quality and style of our existing suite of display cases. We also require interior staging for 16 of our existing cases. Please see documentation attached to this notice for full details

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0cf5fdb-ded0-4470-ba19-cc4e34bad8f1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Oct 2017 |
| Contract period | 18 Oct 2017 - 15 Dec 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £145,349 |
| 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 | NATIONAL MUSEUMS ON MERSEYSIDE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L2 2JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONSERVATION BY DESIGN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 39150000 - Miscellaneous furniture and equipment
- 39170000 - Shop furniture
- 92520000 - Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings

## Release History

- 15 Nov 2017 at 09:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0cf5fdb-ded0-4470-ba19-cc4e34bad8f1
- 17 Aug 2017 at 09:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67879198-c82e-45d1-8179-c6971bc1f3ec
- 11 Aug 2017 at 09:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67879198-c82e-45d1-8179-c6971bc1f3ec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0cf5fdb-ded0-4470-ba19-cc4e34bad8f1
  15th November 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67879198-c82e-45d1-8179-c6971bc1f3ec
  17th August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2ea28e85-efb9-4d47-9cf7-c2718123d385
  Tender Document
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5c9cec56-b75c-4df3-81c8-c8ff5f6fdc00
  Form of Tender
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f69b130e-45d9-4b7b-bf0a-48f69bc228b7
  Appendix B - NML Supplemental Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8717803d-efd6-43f6-9e70-89379639bd64
  Appendix C - Safety Guidelines for Contractors 2015
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/92d532b1-9e3d-4116-9638-a14264c82848
  Appendix D - H & S Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b0757473-af81-4a40-b8b4-4273266f7cd9
  Appendix E - NML Procurement Protocol
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b460c379-03a3-46ea-97a3-4ee20f955601
  Appendix F - Display case and interiors SCHEDULE
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0797ea38-1631-4412-98d5-6afaa72866fc
  Appendix G - Display Case and Interior Staging brief (PDF Drawings)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a1feca3b-755b-4acf-ae0c-82d5ea8186db
  Appendix H - NML Performance Specification for Display Cases
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/db2afb5f-0042-4cbb-b5cb-d62a61c27ed6
  Appendix I - Tender Pricing Document
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5eb79bff-d672-4510-85b2-64c5f2ca556f
  Appendix G - Display Case and Interior Staging Dwgs

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