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title: "Contract for Curatorial, Conservation and Collections Management support (Natural Science) to Hartlepool Borough Council as part of the Museum of Hartlepool's Tides of Change project"
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# Contract for Curatorial, Conservation and Collections Management support (Natural Science) to Hartlepool Borough Council as part of the Museum of Hartlepool's Tides of Change project

Buyer: HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059b90

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## Summary

The procurement process undertaken by Hartlepool Borough Council concluded with the awarding of a contract titled "Contract for Curatorial, Conservation and Collections Management support (Natural Science)" as part of their 'Tides of Change: Revitalising the Museum of Hartlepool and PS Wingfield Castle' project. The contract, categorised under research services, signifies its focus on the management of natural science collections within the museum sector. Located in Hartlepool, United Kingdom, the procurement followed an open method below the threshold, allowing for competition. The procurement process reached the Award stage on November 18th, 2025, following a tender period that ended on October 1st, 2025. The contract commenced on November 21st, 2025, and is set to conclude on January 31st, 2026, with a gross value of GBP 10,500.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, especially for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) within the fields of curatorial services, conservation, and natural sciences. Businesses with capabilities in managing and interpreting natural science collections, such as those specialising in taxidermy, geology, and entomology, would find this contract particularly advantageous. Additionally, companies offering research and development services or those with expertise in educational and cultural services can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio. With the involvement of a known buyer like Hartlepool Borough Council, and the backing of The National Lottery Heritage Fund, participating in such projects may also enhance a company’s reputation and forge valuable public sector relationships.

## Notice

Hartlepool Borough Council (HBC) Museum and Gallery Team are seeking a qualified and experienced Natural Sciences collections specialist as part of the 'Tides of Change: Revitalising the Museum of Hartlepool and PS Wingfield Castle' project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074967-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Nov 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,000 |
| Lots value | £11,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £10,500 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | HARTLEPOOL |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS24 8AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees |
| Local authority | Hartlepool |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Hartlepool |
| Delivery location | TLC11 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLUE TOKAY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 80 - Education and training services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 90700000 - Environmental services
- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2025 at 17:04 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074967-2025
- 16 Sep 2025 at 15:10 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057053-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074967-2025
  18th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057053-2025
  16th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hartlepool.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.open-uk.org/

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