Scope
Description
The NHM intends to create a Framework Agreement for the Design and Build of roof access safety systems over a period of 3 years, with two optional extensions of 1 year + 1 year. The Framework Agreement will include the ability to call off for a pre-construction services agreement (PCSA) and a JCT Design and Build Contract to deliver construction of the roof access system. Due to funding restrictions, only work in FY2526 is guaranteed and all works must be completed by March 2026.
Subject to funding availability in future years and satisfactory performance in the current years' contracts, the NHM will call off on the PCSA and JCT Design and Build Contract for subsequent year's works.
To access the documents for this tender exercise, all tenderers will be required to sign an NDA and return this to the Museum for counter signature. This will be made available via the SQ Stage of Delta e-Sourcing. The NDA must be signed by an authorised signatory on behalf of the company and returned to the Museum via the Message Centre of the SQ Stage. Once the NDA has been counter signed, it will be sent back to the tenderer and access to the tender documents will be granted.
To access and pre-sign the NDA, please use the link below: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/22XV3C83A6
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Site-safety-equipment./22XV3C83A6
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £2,500,000 excluding VAT
- £3,000,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 31 March 2028
- Possible extension to 29 March 2030
- 4 years, 3 months, 29 days
Description of possible extension:
Optional 1 year + 1 year extension of the Framework Agreement
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 35113100 - Site-safety equipment
- 35113300 - Safety installations
- 45212313 - Museum construction work
- 45233292 - Installation of safety equipment
- 45341000 - Erection of railings
- 45342000 - Erection of fencing
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
A rate card will be obtained as part of this tender exercise. This will be used, alongside the total price for FY2526 works, to assess rates for future works.
Following successful and satisfactory completion of FY2526 works, the option to call-off on the JCT D&B will be made available in April 2026, subject to funding availability. The Supplier will be asked to submit pricing for the D&B (call-off to be based upon the rates provided in the rate card submitted as part of this tender), subject to the terms of the Framework Agreement.
Should agreement of the D&B not be reached, the Museum reserves the right to go out to tender for the work.
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 November 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
25 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Relevant Experience, Methodology, Staff, Subcontractors, Sustainability | Quality | 60% |
| Total price for FY2526 works, Future Rates | Price | 30% |
| Social Values: Supply Chain, Diversity | Quality | 10% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
The Natural History Museum
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJBJ-4723-MZPX
Cromwell Road
London
SW7 5BD
United Kingdom
Contact name: Vicky Lee
Email: v.lee@nhm.ac.uk
Region: UKI33 - Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government