--- title: "Roman Scotland: Life on the Edge of Empire Exhibition Transport" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000829127" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829127" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829127.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829127.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATIONAL MUSEUMS SCOTLAND" published: "2026-04-10" --- # Roman Scotland: Life on the Edge of Empire Exhibition Transport Buyer: NATIONAL MUSEUMS SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000829127 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829127) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829127.json) ## Summary The National Museums Scotland is seeking a contractor for the transport and coordination services related to the "Roman Scotland: Life on the Edge of Empire" exhibition. This tender falls under the "Recreation, culture and religion" industry category and is at the tender stage. The procurement process is an open procedure, encouraging electronic submissions. Important dates include the tender closing on 8th May 2026 at 12:00 PM and the award period commencing on the same day. The contract, valued at £80,000, is set to run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2027, with services to be performed primarily in Edinburgh, Scotland, within the UKM75 region. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in specialist shipping and logistics services. Companies proficient in handling museum exhibitions, particularly those accustomed to managing the delicate transportation and packing requirements of museum objects, are well-suited for this contract. The scope includes coordinating complex logistics across the UK and Europe, adhering to the UK Government Indemnity Scheme standards, and managing customs for international items. This contract could enhance a company's portfolio by associating with a prestigious institution like National Museums Scotland and augmenting business relationships across cultural and logistics sectors. ## Notice The National Museums Scotland ('NMS') wishes to engage a contractor ('Contractor') to co-ordinate and complete specialist museum shipping for the collection and return of objects to the temporary exhibition 'Roman Scotland: Life on the Edge of Empire' (14 November 2026 - 18 April 2027) ### Lot Information Lot 1 NMS is seeking a suitably qualified contractor to provide a range of services which include: - Communicate directly with lenders to finalise transport and packing arrangements, including courier requirements. - Supply of packing material and appropriate packing of up to 82 items from up to 20 lenders. - Transportation of 82 objects from 20 institutional lenders based in the UK and Europe to NMS during the period 5 October - 6 November 2026 (install) to UK Government Indemnity Scheme (GIS) Standards. - Transportation of 82 items from NMS to 20 institutional lenders based in the UK and Europe, during the period from 19 April to 31 May 2027 (deinstall) to GIS standards. - Arrange transport, accommodation and subsistence for lender couriers, as required. - Prepare customs paperwork for the import and export of loan material from non-UK lenders. - Storage of loan items in a secure, clean, environmentally controlled, pest-free and GIS approved facility, where necessary, for transportation. - Co-ordination of the above. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553648 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 8 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £80,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services ## Release History - 10 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553648 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553648 Roman Scotland: Life on the Edge of Empire Exhibition Transport - The National Museums Scotland ('NMS') wishes to engage a contractor ('Contractor') to co-ordinate and complete specialist museum shipping for the collection and return of objects to the temporary exhibition 'Roman Scotland: Life on the Edge of Empire' (14 November 2026 - 18 April 2027) ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.nms.ac.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829127 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=829127 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=829127 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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