--- title: "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000542967" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000542967" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000542967.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000542967.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NATIONAL GALLERIES OF SCOTLAND" published: "2022-04-27" --- # Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services Buyer: NATIONAL GALLERIES OF SCOTLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000542967 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000542967) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000542967.json) ## Summary The National Galleries of Scotland is initiating a multi-supplier, multi-lot framework agreement for the provision of transportation services, specifically focused on the packing and transport of fine art and related items. The tender, titled "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services," is currently at the award stage, with a total estimated value of £900,000 and an active contract period of up to three years. Interested suppliers should note that the primary location for service delivery is Edinburgh, UK, and the submission deadline for tenders is set for June 26, 2018. This framework agreement presents significant opportunities for logistics and transportation companies specialising in fine art and cultural heritage. Businesses equipped to handle the logistics of art transportation—including packing, storage, and technical assistance—are particularly well-suited for participation in this tender. Additionally, as the industry continues to evolve, firms with experience in meeting the specific needs of exhibitions and dealing with works containing hazardous materials may find a competitive advantage in this procurement process. ## Notice 6. The National Galleries is seeking to put in place multi supplier, multi lot Framework Agreement with a number of transport companies for the packing and transport of fine art, objects, entire exhibitions and exhibition fixtures and fittings. The Framework Agreement will also include provision of other services such as technical assistance, project management and technical advice, insurance and fine art storage facilities. The National Galleries objectives in doing so are to obtain best value for money, comply with European legislation and arrive at a way of working that is beneficial and transparent for the National Galleries and the transport agents alike. ### Lot Information Exhibition Transport International - EU and Worldwide The contract is a multi-supplier, multi-lot Framework Agreement with a number of transport companies for the packing and transport of fine art, objects, entire exhibitions and exhibition fixtures & fittings. The Framework Agreement includes the provision of other services such as technical assistance, project management and technical advice, insurance and fine art storage facilities. Lot 1 is for the provision of exhibition transport including co-ordination of the complete logistics package associated with exhibitions from collection from lenders to return at the end of the exhibition worldwide. Renewal: The Authority may, by giving notice to the Contractor, extend the period of the Framework Agreement to a date falling no later than three years from the Commencement Date. Exhibition Transport UK The contract is a multi-supplier, multi-lot Framework Agreement with a number of transport companies for the packing and transport of fine art, objects, entire exhibitions and exhibition fixtures & fittings. The Framework Agreement includes the provision of other services such as technical assistance, project management and technical advice, insurance and fine art storage facilities. Lot 2 is for the provision of exhibition transport including co-ordination of the complete logistics package associated with exhibitions from collection from lenders to return at the end of the exhibition for predominantly UK loans exhibitions but with occasional loans from within the EU. Renewal: The Authority may, by giving notice to the Contractor, extend the period of the Framework Agreement to a date falling no later than three years from the Commencement Date. Single Transfer Transport UK, EU and Worldwide The contract is a multi-supplier, multi-lot Framework Agreement with a number of transport companies for the packing and transport of fine art, objects, entire exhibitions and exhibition fixtures & fittings. The Framework Agreement includes the provision of other services such as technical assistance, project management and technical advice, insurance and fine art storage facilities. Lot 3 is for the provision of Fine Art and object packing nd transportation services and occasional storage including but not restricted to the UK, EU and world-wide. Renewal: The Authority may, by giving notice to the Contractor, extend the period of the Framework Agreement to a date falling no later than three years from the Commencement Date. Transport for Specialist Requirements The contract is a multi-supplier, multi-lot Framework Agreement with a number of transport companies for the packing and transport of fine art, objects, entire exhibitions and exhibition fixtures & fittings. The Framework Agreement includes the provision of other services such as technical assistance, project management and technical advice, insurance and fine art storage facilities. Lot 4 is for the provision of Fine Art and object packing and transportation services for works requiring specialist handling and removal (for example large sculpture, works containing hazardous substances etc.). Renewal: The Authority may, by giving notice to the Contractor, extend the period of the Framework Agreement to a date falling no later than three years from the Commencement Date. Exhibition Transport UK Excluding Airport Requirements The contract is a multi-supplier, multi-lot Framework Agreement with a number of transport companies for the packing and transport of fine art, objects, entire exhibitions and exhibition fixtures & fittings. The Framework Agreement includes the provision of other services such as technical assistance, project management and technical advice, insurance and fine art storage facilities. Lot 5 is for the provision of exhibition transport including co-ordination of the complete logistics package associated with exhibitions (excluding air freight requirements) from collection from lenders to return at the end of the exhibition for predominantly UK loans exhibitions but with occasional loans from within the EU. Renewal: The Authority may, by giving notice to the Contractor, extend the period of the Framework Agreement to a date falling no later than three years from the Commencement Date. Single Transfer Transport UK, EU and Worldwide Excluding Airport Requirements The contract is a multi-supplier, multi-lot Framework Agreement with a number of transport companies for the packing and transport of fine art, objects, entire exhibitions and exhibition fixtures & fittings. The Framework Agreement includes the provision of other services such as technical assistance, project management and technical advice, insurance and fine art storage facilities. Lot 6 is for the provision of Fine Art and object packing and transportation services and occasional storage (excluding air freight requirements) including but not restricted to the UK, EU and worldwide. Renewal: The Authority may, by giving notice to the Contractor, extend the period of the Framework Agreement to a date falling no later than three years from the Commencement Date. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447157 | | Notice type | OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Apr 2022 | | Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 29 Nov 2018 | | Contract period | 3 Sep 2018 - 2 Sep 2020 | | Recurrence | May 2021 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £900,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £900,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NATIONAL GALLERIES OF SCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH4 3DS | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Inverleith | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West | | Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 4 | | Supplier names | CONSTANTINE; CROWN FINE ART; MARTINSPEED; MOMART | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 33952000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ## Release History - 27 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447157 - 27 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447158 - 26 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447087 - 26 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447085 - 26 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447084 - 26 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - AwardUpdate - OJEU - F20 - Modification Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447086 - 29 Nov 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC338671 - 22 May 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319931 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319931&idx=1 24th May 2018 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319931&idx=2 24th May 2018 - Entire Agreement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319931 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services - 6. The National Galleries is seeking to put in place multi supplier, multi lot Framework Agreement with a number of transport companies for the packing and transport of fine art, objects, entire exhibitions and exhibition fixtures and fittings. The Framework Agreement will also include provision of other services such as technical assistance, project management and technical advice, insurance and fine art storage facilities. The National Galleries objectives in doing so are to obtain best value for money, comply with European legislation and arrive at a way of working that is beneficial and transparent for the National Galleries and the transport agents alike. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC338671 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services - 6. The National Galleries is seeking to put in place multi supplier, multi lot Framework Agreement with a number of transport companies for the packing and transport of fine art, objects, entire exhibitions and exhibition fixtures and fittings. The Framework Agreement will also include provision of other services such as technical assistance, project management and technical advice, insurance and fine art storage facilities. The National Galleries objectives in doing so are to obtain best value for money, comply with European legislation and arrive at a way of working that is beneficial and transparent for the National Galleries and the transport agents alike. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447087 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447086 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447085 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447084 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447158 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR447157 Framework Agreement for the Provision of Transportation Services ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.nationalgalleries.org - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000542967 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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