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title: "Materials Trials and research for the Conservation of HMS Victory"
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# Materials Trials and research for the Conservation of HMS Victory

Buyer: THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c05c2a71-8b9a-4f35-be08-686a9ebe816d

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## Summary

The National Museum of the Royal Navy is seeking proposals for the conservation of HMS Victory through a tender titled "Materials Trials and Research for the Conservation of HMS Victory". This procurement falls within the advisory and consultative engineering services industry, particularly focusing on laboratory and research laboratory services. The tender period is currently active, with proposals due by 22nd September 2020. The total budget for this project is £40,000, and work is expected to begin on 8th October 2020, concluding by 8th October 2022. The delivery will take place in the South East region of the United Kingdom, and the procurement method used is an open procedure above threshold.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in conservation, engineering, and laboratory services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio in heritage conservation projects. Companies capable of conducting materials trials and research related to historical artefacts will find this tender beneficial. With a structured approach allowing for multiple packages, this process invites an array of businesses to submit proposals based on their strengths, potentially enhancing their visibility and competitiveness within the heritage conservation sector.

## Notice

The National Museum of the Royal Navy (NMRN) wishes to undertake a series of materials trials in support of the long term conservation programme for HMS Victory. These trials are split into a series of packages, and proposals are sought to undertake any or all of the packages. Each package will be awarded on an individual company or organisation basis based upon the tender response selection assessment for that package. Enquiries and tenders should be submitted to tenders@nmrn.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52c22b5f-75c8-464c-a056-7d9d8344584f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Oct 2020 - 8 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| 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 | THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 3NH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71318000 - Advisory and consultative engineering services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 10 Aug 2020 at 12:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52c22b5f-75c8-464c-a056-7d9d8344584f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52c22b5f-75c8-464c-a056-7d9d8344584f
  10th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/33ce034f-6fc0-4c7d-904f-74c04ee934a5
  Invitation to Tender
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2acc5e6a-5a80-46b1-9f94-81fe3820b03e
  Statement of Requirements
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b9d85582-2481-43f9-a1fb-eeee67156579
  Timber Planking Principles
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3f25fefa-e52d-4f84-a904-a5db82f8cf45
  Ship Side Planking Plan

## Notice URLs

- https://www.nmrn.org.uk/tenders

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