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IWM/2526/Dux/3492: Specialist Logistics for Large Museum Assets at IWM Duxford - AMENDED NOTICE

Imperial War Museums

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Imperial War Museums

Buyer Address: IWM London, Lambeth Road, London, UKI44, SE1 6HZ, United Kingdom

Contact Email: erowberry@iwm.org.uk

Contact Telephone: 0207 416 5000

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
110000.0 GBP
Gross: 132000.0 GBP
Published
21 Jan 2026, 16:05
Deadline
16 Feb 2026, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

IWM Duxford, part of the Imperial War Museums (IWM), is a major heritage site and visitor attraction located on a historic airfield. The site includes 38 listed buildings and operates within a conservation area. This project forms part of the IWM Masterplan and involves the relocation of 37 large historic vehicles from one building to multiple locations across the Duxford site. Objects include: •WWII tanks •Cold War tanks •Contemporary armoured vehicles •Locomotives The moves will be phased from April 2026, ensuring safe, damage-free handling and full compliance with all relevant regulations. Access Code : MDWCHN2NCV To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1008182345

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005457-2026

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 110,000.00

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 132,000.00

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-04-20T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2026-09-11T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Submission (35%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (cost): Cost Submission (40%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Social Value Submission (10%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Interview (15%)

Documents

Document Description: Not published

Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

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