--- title: "Provision of Reoccupation Packing, Transport and Installation of Town Hall Collections" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ada2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ada2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ada2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ada2.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-05" --- # Provision of Reoccupation Packing, Transport and Installation of Town Hall Collections Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ada2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ada2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06ada2.json) ## Summary Manchester City Council, operating under the legal framework established in the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023, invites tenders for the project titled "Provision of Reoccupation Packing, Transport and Installation of Town Hall Collections." This procurement, currently at the tender stage, involves museum-standard services for packing, transporting, and installing a variety of historical objects. The Council seeks experienced contractors capable of handling furniture, paintings, textiles, and archaeological materials. Located in Manchester (region UKD33), this service procurement falls under the CPV classification of Transport agency services. The open procedure procurement process demands submissions by 11am on 6th July 2026, with the contract period expected to commence on 10th November 2026, and the opportunity complies with international agreements such as the GPA. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, especially those specialising in fine art and antiques transport, offering a valuable gateway to expand their service portfolio within the public sector. It is particularly suited for SMEs with expertise in logistics, packing, and careful handling of delicate items, allowing them to demonstrate and leverage their specialism in managing historic collections. The contract provides a stable income stream, with a gross estimated value of £270,000, and offers the potential for a 12-month extension. Engaging in this project can elevate a company's profile within public sector tenders, enhance credibility, and open doors to future opportunities that require similar expertise. The Council emphasises quality, social value, and environmental considerations, making this a fitting tender for companies aligned with sustainable and community-focused strategies. ## Notice The Council wishes to engage a contractor to carry out specialist, museum-standard packing, transport, and installation of its collection of furniture, paintings, photographs, textiles, social history objects, civic gifts, and architectural and archaeological material. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: the contract is for 12 months with the option to extend for up to 12 months. ### Planning Information A questionnaire was issued out to participants for them to complete and return via email to the Town Hall Project email. The companies chose whether they participated in the exercise and non participation did not preclude them from tendering for the package when it is released to the market. The information which was obtained has been used to consider whether the package requires sub division, the budget and programme and potential lead in times. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053094-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 6 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | 5 Jun 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Nov 2026 - 9 Nov 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £225,000 | | Lots value | £225,000 | | 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 | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M60 2LA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services ### Codes - 63520000 - Transport agency services ## Release History - 5 Jun 2026 at 05:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053094-2026 - 4 Jun 2026 at 13:23 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052860-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053094-2026 5th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052860-2026 4th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - www.the-chest.org.uk The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including procurement specific questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on 6th July 2026 as referred to in the tender documentation. Any clarification queries must also be submitted via the Chest website by the date referred to in the tender documentation. - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=16221bf8-365f-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromProjectDashboard=True ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.manchester.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06ada2. 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