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title: "Whale Bridge (Mulberry Harbour) Relocation at IWM Duxford"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05cf78"
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# Whale Bridge (Mulberry Harbour) Relocation at IWM Duxford

Buyer: IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05cf78

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## Summary

The Imperial War Museums (IWM) is conducting an open procurement process for the relocation of the Whale Bridge, part of the Mulberry Harbour, at IWM Duxford. The tender, titled "Whale Bridge (Mulberry Harbour) Relocation at IWM Duxford," falls under the construction industry category, specifically bridge construction work. The procurement is at the Tender stage with a closing date for submissions set for 10th November 2025. Key activities include providing specialist services that encompass the design and installation of new foundations. The project is anticipated to commence on 19th January 2026, subject to planning approval expected by January 2026. The site location is in London, UK.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in construction and infrastructure, particularly those with expertise in bridge construction and renewal. With a gross contract value of £165,000, the project is well-suited for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), especially those with capabilities in both technical evaluation and sustainability. Given the open competition under a below-threshold procurement method, competitive pricing combined with high-quality service provision and sustainable practices will be crucial to winning the contract. Businesses wishing to express interest can do so electronically, with submissions facilitated through the Delta eSourcing platform.

## Notice

IWM is tendering for a supplier to provide specialist services to relocate the existing Whale Bridge within the site at IWM Duxford, including the design and installation of new foundations. Note: This project is subject to obtaining planning consent, which we expect will be approved in January 2026. Access Code : FGNK855YGH For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Construction-work-for-bridges./FGNK855YGH To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/FGNK855YGH

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066586-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Jan 2026 - 10 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £137,500 |
| Lots value | £137,500 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUMS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 6HZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | St George's |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45221100 - Construction work for bridges
- 45221110 - Bridge construction work
- 45221119 - Bridge renewal construction work

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2025 at 09:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066586-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066586-2025
  20th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/FGNK855YGH
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Construction-work-for-bridges./FGNK855YGH
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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