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title: "ROG First Light Exhibitions OPOE Setworks Principal Contractor"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c30f"
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buyer: "NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM"
published: "2026-07-03"
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# ROG First Light Exhibitions OPOE Setworks Principal Contractor

Buyer: NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c30f

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## Summary

The National Maritime Museum is undertaking a procurement process titled "ROG First Light Exhibitions OPOE Setworks Principal Contractor" to find a principal contractor for museum-exhibition services at the Royal Observatory Greenwich. This process pertains to the delivery of exhibitions setworks as part of the ROG First Light Project across the northern section of the site in London. Advertised as an active tender, this open, competitive flexible procurement began on 3rd July 2026 and the deadline for expressing interest is 6th August 2026. The project is overseen by the National Maritime Museum, a public authority under central government, and relates to museum-exhibition services, with a gross value worth £2,460,720. Potential contractors have the opportunity to partake in a two-stage process, with shortlisted candidates invited to tender and visit the site for further insights. Key dates include an enquiry deadline on 27th July 2026, and awarded contracts are expected to start by 12th March 2027.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in exhibitions, fabrication, and electrical works. Companies that excel in comprehensive project coordination, including exhibition lighting, audio-visual installations, and other client-direct work packages, are well-suited for this role. As a part of the ROG First Light Project, the successful contractor will benefit from high visibility and prestige associated with a project at a prominent London location and the involvement in a groundbreaking suite of exhibitions. SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply, providing them an excellent opportunity to secure a significant contract, enhance their portfolio, and establish or strengthen relationships with a central government body like the National Maritime Museum.

## Notice

This procurement exercise is to secure a Setworks Principal Contractor to deliver exhibitions setworks for a suite of new Royal Observatory Greenwich exhibitions across the north of the site ('Our Place on Earth'), part of the ROG First Light Project. The OPOE Setworks Principal Contractor will required to act as the Principal Contractor for the exhibitions fit-out on the north of the site. The OPOE Setworks Principal Contractor will be responsible for the fabrication, installation and commissioning of the majority of the works for the OPOE Exhibitions across the north of the ROG site. Their responsibilities will include the coordination of drawings, production and on-site coordination of all elements of exhibitions setworks within their scope, i.e.: - exhibition setworks - electrical works - exhibition lighting graphics Their responsibilities will also include the coordination of drawings and on-site coordination of client-direct packages of work including (but not limited to): - showcases - exhibitions audio visual hardware - mechanical interactives - digital media - scenic models / metalwork - security The OPOE Setworks Principal Contractor will also be responsible for certain Contractor Design Portions. This will be a two-stage procurement process including a PSQ process from which contractors will be shortlisted. Shortlisted contractors will be invited to Tender. Contractors will be invited to visit site. Full details of the procurement procedure can be found in the procurement documentation. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Museum-exhibition-services./TD4SAWJPJD To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/TD4SAWJPJD

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062623-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Mar 2027 - 14 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,050,600 |
| Lots value | £2,050,600 |
| 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 | NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE10 9NF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI5 Outer London - East and North East |
| ITL 3 | TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich |
| Local authority | Greenwich |
| Electoral ward | Greenwich Park |
| Westminster constituency | Greenwich and Woolwich |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2026 at 09:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062623-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062623-2026
  3rd July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/TD4SAWJPJD
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Museum-exhibition-services./TD4SAWJPJD
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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