--- title: "Transforming the D-Day Museum - Large Objects Conservation Specialist" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e15ceda4-b697-46d2-8af7-16072798288f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e15ceda4-b697-46d2-8af7-16072798288f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e15ceda4-b697-46d2-8af7-16072798288f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e15ceda4-b697-46d2-8af7-16072798288f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL" published: "2017-08-16" --- # Transforming the D-Day Museum - Large Objects Conservation Specialist Buyer: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e15ceda4-b697-46d2-8af7-16072798288f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e15ceda4-b697-46d2-8af7-16072798288f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e15ceda4-b697-46d2-8af7-16072798288f.json) ## Summary Portsmouth City Council is currently inviting quotes for the "Transforming the D-Day Museum - Large Objects Conservation Specialist" project, which falls under the military vehicles and associated parts industry category. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 6th September 2017. The contract will commence on 15th September 2017 and is scheduled to run until 30th June 2018. Potential bidders can choose to submit proposals for one or both of the two Lots, which include the conservation of specific military artefacts located in Portsmouth, Hampshire. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in conservation services, particularly those with expertise in large military object conservation, dismantling works for military installations, and maintenance of military vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would find this procurement particularly relevant, as it encourages inclusive participation. Interested businesses should prepare to deliver comprehensive conservation assessments, transport, and maintenance plans, tapping into the heritage and military preservation sector. ## Notice Portsmouth City Council is inviting quotes from suitably qualified professional practices to provide specialist large military object conservation services for the Transforming the D-Day Museum Project. The quotation opportunity is split into two Lots. Bidders can choose to bid against one or both Lots. Lot 1 - Pickett-Hamilton Fort 2006/1801: The fort consists of two concrete cylinders, one sitting inside the other, the smaller one being raised by hydraulics when in operation. The top of the pillbox fort is covered by a 2 metre diameter reinforced concrete pad some 6 inches thick. It has a painted steel hatch in the top and square steel mesh covering the window slits. At the centre inside is a hydraulic ram to lift it out of the ground. Lot 2 - 3.7 inch Anti-Aircraft gun 1973/1055: The gun is made from steel and cast iron components, welded and bolted together. It has been finished with a protective paint coating in a camouflage green paint. There are some brass fittings present. The fixed unit had detachable wheels so it could be moved to fixed locations. The gun mounting had a pedestal that was fixed to a solid structure, such as a concrete platform on the ground. The work required includes; initial conservation assessment, removal and transport, conservation work, conservation report and maintenance plan, transport and reinstatement. Additional information: Portsmouth City Council is currently in the process of seeking expressions of interest for the following project - Transforming the D-Day Museum - Large Objects Conservation Specialist. The full details and ability to express an interest will be via our e-sourcing system Intend. 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Should you have any problems with the above link, please contact us on 023 9268 8235 or email: procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/291422ad-3ef2-454b-b39d-b7698d1c07de | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Aug 2017 | | Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Sep 2017 - 30 Jun 2018 | | 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 | PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO1 2BJ | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories - 45 - Construction work - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 35400000 - Military vehicles and associated parts - 37413240 - Gun barrel - 45111310 - Dismantling works for military installations - 50630000 - Repair and maintenance services of military vehicles ## Release History - 16 Aug 2017 at 13:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/291422ad-3ef2-454b-b39d-b7698d1c07de ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/291422ad-3ef2-454b-b39d-b7698d1c07de 16th August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/Tenders/Current ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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