---
title: "Maidstone Heritage Spaces interpretation project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0685bc"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Maidstone Heritage Spaces interpretation project

Buyer: MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0685bc

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## Summary

Maidstone Borough Council is inviting tenders for the "Maidstone Heritage Spaces interpretation project," targeting the museum services industry. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with opportunities for designers or design agencies to participate. The tender was released on 17th April 2026, with deadlines for clarifications on 8th May and tender submissions on 15th May. Located in Maidstone, UK, the project involves designing and installing Heritage Interpretation works in the town centre, with a contract period from 1st June 2026 to 31st March 2027. Under a below-threshold open competition method, businesses can submit electronically through the eSourcing portal using the provided access code.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for creative firms specialising in museum services and exhibition design. The open competition allows SMEs and VCSEs to compete, fostering diverse participation. Businesses with strong capabilities in quality design and effective client communication, particularly those with experience in public sector projects, will find this tender conducive to growth. Successful completion of this project can enhance company portfolios and enable further opportunities in public authority contracts.

## Notice

Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) would like to invite a designer or design agency/consortium to design, create and install a series of Heritage Interpretation works in Maidstone town centre. Indicative Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: Friday 17th April 2026 Deadline for clarifications: 12:00pm Friday 8th May 2026 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm Friday 15th May 2026 Evaluation: w/c Monday 18th May 2026 Interviews: To be advised. Appointment of contractor: w/c Monday 1st June 2026 For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Museum-services./Z4C5D7GH8Z To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/Z4C5D7GH8Z

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035381-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 17 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | £100,000 |
| 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 | MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME15 6JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | High Street |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | TLJ45 Mid Kent |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92521000 - Museum services
- 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2026 at 15:51 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035381-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035381-2026
  17th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/Accesscode:Z4C5D7GH8Z
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/Z4C5D7GH8Z
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Maidstone:-Museum-services./Z4C5D7GH8Z
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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