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title: "National Museums Scotland - Collection Centre - B17 - Replacement of Vapour Detection System"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000836598"
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# National Museums Scotland - Collection Centre - B17 - Replacement of Vapour Detection System

Buyer: NATIONAL MUSEUMS SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000836598

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## Summary

The National Museums Scotland has announced an active tender for the replacement of the vapour detection system at their Collection Centre, located at 242 West Granton Road, Edinburgh. This procurement falls under the works category and is identified by the title "National Museums Scotland - Collection Centre - B17 - Replacement of Vapour Detection System". The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, with interested suppliers required to submit their bids electronically. The submission deadline is set for 7th August 2026 at 12:00 PM, and the contract period will run from 1st December 2026 to 31st March 2027. The process is covered by the GPA (Government Procurement Agreement) and has specific requirements, such as submitting staff names and qualifications. Contact for further queries and document requests is Mark Drysdale, reachable via email at m.drysdale@nms.ac.uk.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vapour detection systems, particularly those offering innovative or reliable solutions that meet the high standards expected by a national institution. Companies with expertise in museum or public facility systems, possessing the necessary qualifications and staff expertise, would be well-positioned to capitalise on this opportunity. The project is an ideal chance for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio with public sector projects, especially within the UK region, and it provides a substantial contract value of £120,000. Businesses are encouraged to visit the Public Contracts Scotland website to register their interest and access further information to ensure a competitive bid.

## Notice

Replacement of existing vapour detection system for the alcohol delivery system in B17 at our Collection centre in Edinburgh.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Replacement of existing vapour detection system for the alcohol delivery system in B17 at our Collection centre in Edinburgh.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560396 |
| 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 | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| 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

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45111290 - Primary works for services
- 71315000 - Building services

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560396

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560396
  National Museums Scotland - Collection Centre - B17 - Replacement of Vapour Detection System - Replacement of existing vapour detection system for the alcohol delivery system in B17 at our Collection centre in Edinburgh.

## Notice URLs

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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=836598
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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