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title: "Sound Season exhibitions build contract"
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buyer: "SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP"
published: "2020-02-19"
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# Sound Season exhibitions build contract

Buyer: SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e254ece3-f392-4cda-aae9-d6148afd5815

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## Summary

The Science Museum Group is seeking suppliers for the "Sound Season exhibitions build contract," which involves the construction of bespoke display cases, stud walls, and installations as part of exhibition projects. This tender falls under the museum exhibition services category and is being processed through an open procedure method below the threshold. The tender period concludes on 11th March 2020, while the contract is expected to commence on 17th March 2020 and run until 10th July 2020. The project is based in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom, with a total contract value of £36,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction and exhibition sectors, particularly those specialising in museum services and bespoke construction projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is designed to support their engagement. Companies that have experience in creating exhibitions or providing construction services for cultural institutions would be well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially enhancing their visibility and portfolio within the arts sector.

## Notice

This contract covers the built elements within two exhibition projects covered by the 'Sound Season' project. These elements include the construction of bespoke display cases, stud walls, two room-like installations within the main gallery, a small area of raised staging, the assembly of a pre-existing circular room kit and the moving/placing of a selection of display cases. Some construction will need to be undertaken off-site in advance of the main installation period. Full details of the build and it's finish will need to be negotiated with museum staff and their project design team.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4663ecbe-27fe-45d0-b54f-377e7fcf8668 |
| 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 | 19 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2020 - 10 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| 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 | SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 1NQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 45212313 - Museum construction work
- 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2020 at 17:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4663ecbe-27fe-45d0-b54f-377e7fcf8668

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4663ecbe-27fe-45d0-b54f-377e7fcf8668
  19th February 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB159307
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk

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