---
title: "Exhibition Fit-out: Little Black Dress"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000610511"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NATIONAL MUSEUMS SCOTLAND"
published: "2020-01-21"
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# Exhibition Fit-out: Little Black Dress

Buyer: NATIONAL MUSEUMS SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000610511

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## Summary

The National Museums Scotland is seeking a Principal Contractor for the fit-out of the "Little Black Dress" exhibition, scheduled to run from 26 June to 25 October 2020 at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. The tender is currently at the planning stage, with the submission deadline for bids set for 10 February 2020. The procurement method is open, with an estimated contract value of £90,000. Interested parties may submit their bids electronically via the provided platform.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the construction and exhibition design sectors, particularly those with experience in performing arts and cultural projects. Companies that specialise in exhibition fit-outs, including carpentry, AV installations, and bespoke display solutions, would be well-suited to compete. The successful contractor will have the chance to showcase their capabilities in a prominent public venue, potentially leading to further collaboration with cultural institutions.

## Notice

National Museums Scotland wish to appoint a Principal Contractor to carry out the fit-out for the exhibition Little Black Dress, which will be displayed in Special Exhibition Gallery 1 at the National Museum of Scotland from 26 June to 25 October 2020.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Museums Scotland wishes to engage a Principal Contractor for the fit-out for the exhibition Little Black Dress, which will be displayed in Special Exhibition Gallery 1 at the National Museum of Scotland from 26 June to 25 October 2020. The works comprise of the provision of a temporary exhibition fit-out including production drawings and information, setting out, installation of reusable wall system, joinery, setwork structures, AV housings, AV screens, installation of suspended ceilings, bespoke display cases, display case interiors, graphics and electrical and AV installation as detailed in the scope of works and shown on the drawings.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN377837 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2020 - 13 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | £90,000 |
| 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 | NATIONAL MUSEUMS SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1JF |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45212310 - Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions
- 45212313 - Museum construction work
- 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN377837

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=7
  21st January 2020 - LBD SEG1_Elevations _201-210 A3 v2020
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=8
  21st January 2020 - LBD SEG1_GA_Plans 001-006 A3 v2020
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=9
  21st January 2020 - LBD_Visuals for representation only 1-4
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=10
  21st January 2020 - Meyveart 600 Case
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=11
  21st January 2020 - Meyveart 900 Case
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=12
  21st January 2020 - Meyveart Desk Top Case
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=13
  21st January 2020 - Reusable Protean Wall System details
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=1
  21st January 2020 - Little Black Dress Exhibition Fit-out ITT_ Schedule 1_Instructions To Tenderers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=2
  21st January 2020 - Little Black Dress Exhibition Fit-out ITT_Schedule 2_Tenderers Submission
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=3
  21st January 2020 - Little Black Dress Exhibition Fit-out ITT_Schedule 3_Procurement Specifications
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=4
  21st January 2020 - Little Black Dress Exhibition Fit-out ITT_ Schedule 4 _Terms and Conditions of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=5
  21st January 2020 - Little Black Dress Exhibition Fit-out ITT_Schedule 5_Tenderers Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN377837&idx=6
  21st January 2020 - LBD detail dwg Detail_301-303
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN377837
  Exhibition Fit-out: Little Black Dress - National Museums Scotland wish to appoint a Principal Contractor to carry out the fit-out for the exhibition Little Black Dress, which will be displayed in Special Exhibition Gallery 1 at the National Museum of Scotland from 26 June to 25 October 2020.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/hse40.pdf
- http://www.nms.ac.uk/
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=568397
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=515778
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000610511
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=610511
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=568397
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=610511
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

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