--- title: "Myth and Reality Conservation Tender" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e6611170-84d2-4ff0-aefd-b4ccc6987ba5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e6611170-84d2-4ff0-aefd-b4ccc6987ba5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e6611170-84d2-4ff0-aefd-b4ccc6987ba5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e6611170-84d2-4ff0-aefd-b4ccc6987ba5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM" published: "2025-02-03" --- # Myth and Reality Conservation Tender Buyer: NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e6611170-84d2-4ff0-aefd-b4ccc6987ba5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e6611170-84d2-4ff0-aefd-b4ccc6987ba5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e6611170-84d2-4ff0-aefd-b4ccc6987ba5.json) ## Summary The National Army Museum (NAM) is initiating a tender for the "Myth and Reality Conservation Tender," which falls under the industry category of library, archives, museums, and other cultural services (CPV 92500000). This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period ending on 17th February 2025. The project is located in the East of England, specifically at the Museum's storage site in Stevenage. The procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold, and the anticipated contract period will start on 1st April 2025 and conclude by 2nd June 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £75,000, excluding VAT. This tender presents lucrative opportunities for conservators and conservation companies with the required expertise and experience in the conservation of artworks. The contract involves the conservation of various painting frames and art pieces, requiring approximately 1044 hours of specialised work. Qualified SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply. Successful bidders will benefit from exposure to high-profile projects and build their reputation through association with NAM. Moreover, the project provides a platform for demonstrating meticulous craftsmanship and expanding professional networks within the cultural heritage sector. For businesses equipped to handle such conservation tasks, this tender is an excellent chance to leverage their skills for substantial growth. ## Notice The National Army Museum (NAM) wishes to appoint a conservation company or individual conservator ('the conservator') to: - conserve 20 painting associated frames and works on paper - production of frames for 5 Oil paintings - Glazing of 11 oil paintings - production of frames for 24 works on paper to spec - Production of frames for 2 works to spec Tender submissions are requested from suitably qualified and experienced contractors. It is beneficial, though not essential, for the conservator to hold accredited status (PACR - Professional Accreditation of Conservator-Restorers). All works have had recent condition assessments with treatment recommendations and time estimates see Annex A. This contract will involve undertaking the conservation of the objects (following discussion and approval of all treatments by the NAM and providing, full documentation, including written reports and photographs, relating to the treatment of each object which are to be sent to NAM on completion of the project. Treatment can be undertaken on site at the Museum's storage site in Stevenage or offsite with appropriate checks including a UKRG security supplement and insurance cover to the total value of the works (PS215,775.00) will be required. Where tenderers deem that work can't be undertaken at Stevenage site, they will be responsible for arranging and insuring the appropriate transport NAM to their work studio This contract is for approx 1044 conservation hours work and subject to discussion with NAM. It is anticipated that the work would start by early April 2025. In consultation with NAM the work be completed and delivered to the Museum by early June 2025 tbc Tenderers will need to need to ensure that they have insurance covering the total value of the objects and public liability to the value of PS5,000,000 We will provide existing condition assessments, images and full descriptions of the objects. Tenderers can request detailed condition reports and tenders may be made without viewing the objects beforehand. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05cbd044-7085-4ef4-b1d6-cd3d9a79921f | | 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 | 3 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 2 Jun 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £75,000 | | 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 | NATIONAL ARMY MUSEUM | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW3 4HT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham | | Local authority | Kensington and Chelsea | | Electoral ward | Royal Hospital | | Westminster constituency | Chelsea and Fulham | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services ## Release History - 3 Feb 2025 at 15:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05cbd044-7085-4ef4-b1d6-cd3d9a79921f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05cbd044-7085-4ef4-b1d6-cd3d9a79921f 3rd February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/441750db-47d8-4e10-9aa8-cfa63373205c Annex A ## Notice URLs - http://www.nam.ac.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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