---
title: "Freelance Project Manager at Science and Industry Museum, Manchester"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06779e"
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buyer: "SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP"
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# Freelance Project Manager at Science and Industry Museum, Manchester

Buyer: SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06779e

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## Summary

The Science Museum Group has awarded the contract for a Freelance Project Manager to support the delivery of the Manchester Cotton and Transatlantic Slavery exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester. Initially tendered as an open competition below the threshold, the contract was signed on 20 April 2026 and runs until 30 April 2027. This procurement process falls under the services category, particularly focused on museum-exhibition services, with a gross value of £47,820. The contracting process was initiated on 28 April 2026, with Anna Moutrey Production Ltd announced as the successful supplier.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs, involved in project management consultancy and museum-exhibition services, to gain visibility through involvement in a prestigious exhibition. The focus on quality and competitive pricing during the tender phase suggests this opportunity is well-suited for businesses that excel in delivering high-quality services while maintaining cost efficiency. Engaging in such a project can enhance business portfolios within the cultural and exhibition industry, driving growth through high-profile project management roles. The Science Museum Group, as a central government public authority, provides a strong partnership foundation for suppliers aiming to expand their expertise and reach within the United Kingdom.

## Notice

SMG wishes to award a contract for the provision of a freelance Project Manager to support the delivery of Manchester Cotton and Transatlantic Slavery exhibition due to open at Science and Industry Museum in February 2027. There will be an Online Information Session on 8th April at 17 :30 where candidates will have the opportunity to ask further questions about the role and project. Link - https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6a0d6647-d162-438b-88c8-552f79132de1@e967bcc0-c070-41c8-9f7e-806069f6330b

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038591-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| Lots value | £40,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £39,850 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCIENCE MUSEUM GROUP |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW7 2DD |
| 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 | Brompton & Hans Town |
| Westminster constituency | Kensington and Bayswater |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ANNA MOUTREY PRODUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 72224000 - Project management consultancy services
- 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 12:51 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038591-2026
- 2 Apr 2026 at 11:22 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030838-2026
- 30 Mar 2026 at 10:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029005-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038591-2026
  28th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030838-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029005-2026
  30th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Tenders/Current

## Notice URLs

- https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6a0d6647-d162-438b-88c8-552f79132de1@e967bcc0-c070-41c8-9f7e-806069f6330b
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sciencemuseumgroup/aspx/Home(YoumustregisterontheportaltoaccesstheITQdocuments)
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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