Award

IWM/2526/FM/3453: "Plane Sailing" Internal Refurbishment and Mezzanine Construction – Hangar 2 at IWM Duxford

  • Imperial War Museums

UK6: Contract award notice - Procurement Act 2023 - view information about notice types

Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-057833

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-056480 (view related notices)

Published 18 September 2025, 4:05pm



Scope

Reference

IWM/2526/FM/3453

Description

Imperial War Museums (IWM) invites bids from suitably qualified contractors for the execution of internal refurbishment and construction works within Hangar 2 (H2) at IWM Duxford.

The scope of works includes internal strip-out, alterations, and the addition of a new mezzanine floor. The project will be delivered in accordance with the Employer's Requirements and includes, but is not limited to:

- Design and installation of structural elements including staircases and handrail systems for the new mezzanine floor

- Underground drainage works

- Construction of a new mezzanine level above the retained ground floor area

- Provision of secure storage at first floor level

- Fit-out of new office spaces, WC facilities, and a tea-point

More detailed information can be found in the tender documents. Access Code: F3PG8XZ3M3

This project represents a key part of IWM's ongoing commitment to improving infrastructure and operational efficiency at Duxford.

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Contract 1

Supplier

Contract value

  • £208,333.33 excluding VAT
  • £250,000 including VAT

Below the relevant threshold

Award decision date

29 August 2025

Earliest date the contract will be signed

18 September 2025

Contract dates (estimated)

  • 19 September 2025 to 31 October 2025
  • 1 month, 12 days

Main procurement category

Works

CPV classifications

  • 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
  • 45300000 - Building installation work
  • 45400000 - Building completion work
  • 45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

Contract locations

  • UKH12 - Cambridgeshire CC

Information about tenders

  • 5 tenders received
  • 5 tenders assessed in the final stage:
    • 5 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
    • 5 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
  • 1 supplier awarded contracts
  • 4 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)

Procedure

Procedure type

Below threshold - open competition


Supplier

Northern Storage & Interiors Ltd t/a NSI Projects

NSI House, Station Brow

Leyland

PR25 3NZ

United Kingdom

Region: UKD45 - Mid Lancashire

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Contract 1


Contracting authority

Imperial War Museums

  • Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHRL-5691-LLXM

IWM London, Lambeth Road

London

SE1 6HZ

United Kingdom

Telephone: 0207 416 5000

Email: erowberry@iwm.org.uk

Region: UKI44 - Lewisham and Southwark

Organisation type: Public authority - central government