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title: "National Gallery Research Centre Fit Out"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f5e6"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL GALLERY"
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# National Gallery Research Centre Fit Out

Buyer: NATIONAL GALLERY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f5e6

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## Summary

The National Gallery in London has successfully completed the procurement process for the "National Gallery Research Centre Fit Out" project. This project, within the building completion work category, aims to transform an existing space into a modern research facility. Located in the UKI32 region, the focus is on connecting the Sainsbury Wing and Wilkins Building at Trafalgar Square. The contract, awarded to Advanced Interior Solutions Limited, is set to commence on 1 July 2026, with completion slated for 31 March 2028. The procurement method was a selective competitive flexible procedure, with a total contract value of approximately £6.56 million, making it a significant undertaking for central government under the public authority classification.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in building completion work and fit-outs, particularly those that can deliver complex architectural and structural integrations. Advanced Interior Solutions, an SME, was able to secure the contract, highlighting the potential for smaller-scale enterprises to compete successfully alongside large firms such as Sir Robert McAlpine Limited and Willmott Dixon Interiors Limited. Businesses with expertise in modernising public and staff spaces, installation of MEP systems, and managing comprehensive fit-outs will find similar opportunities highly suitable for expanding their portfolios within the public sector, fostering growth through prestigious projects such as this.

## Notice

The purpose of this project is to create a connection between the Sainsbury Wing and Wilkins Building and transforming an existing space into a modern, functional research facility designed for both staff and public use. The works are divided into two distinct contracts: Structural Works Package - covering structural and excavation works. Fitout Works Package - covering the fit-out and completion of the facility. This Tender relates specifically to the Fitout Works portion of the project. The anticipated scope of works includes: -Installation and commissioning of all MEP systems. -Installation of all wall, floor and ceiling finishes. -Installation of joinery elements such as desks, library shelving and seating areas to form libraries and study rooms. -Construction of access elements such as stairs The contract start date of April 2026 is in advance of mobilisation and site handover to allow for the contractor involvement in taking the designs to stage 5. Mobilisation is to be no later than 27 May 2027

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058065-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | £7,500,000 |
| Awards value | £6,560,308 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL GALLERY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | WC2N 5DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI32 Westminster |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADVANCED INTERIOR SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45400000 - Building completion work

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 12:16 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058065-2026
- 13 Jan 2026 at 13:30 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002666-2026
- 15 Dec 2025 at 14:49 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082969-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058065-2026
  19th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002666-2026
  13th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082969-2025
  15th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/VZFSJ82243

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ais-interiors.com
- http://www.gilbert-ash.com
- http://www.srm.com/
- https://hubbuild.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.willmottdixoninteriors.co.uk

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