Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bc2-94c8-72fe-8356-f652219beb47/iwm2526fm3472-dux-construction-of-new-fire-engine-shed awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # IWM/2526/FM/3472: DUX Construction of New Fire Engine Shed [Imperial War Museums](https://tendernation.io/buyers/imperial-war-museums) Estimated value £595,833 Published 3 Oct 2025 Deadline Closed 26 Sept 2025 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Below-threshold contract Buyers cannot shortlist bidders on suitability before tenders are in, so everyone gets to submit a bid (except some larger works contracts). [Procurement Act 2023, section 85](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/section/85) - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Imperial War Museums (IWM) is seeking tenders from experienced and qualified contractors for the construction of a new Fire Engine Shed adjacent to the existing Air Traffic Control (ATC) Tower at IWM Duxford. This facility will serve as a critical operational hub for the IWM’s fire response team, supporting rapid deployment, equipment storage, and personnel readiness in a heritage-sensitive and safety-critical environment. The new building must be utility in style, prioritising functionality, durability, and low maintenance, while incorporating architectural features that complement the historic character of the surrounding site. The design must respect key planning constraints, including maintaining unobstructed visual lines from the Visual Control Room and ensuring the new structure does not exceed the height or footprint of the ATC Tower. Internally, the shed will accommodate three fire vehicles with appropriate spacing and emergency access features, alongside dedicated areas for equipment storage, breathing apparatus servicing, decontamination showers, changing facilities, and a watch room with CCTV integration. External works will include a floodlit vehicle manoeuvring zone, secure access to airfield taxiways, drainage infrastructure, and improved pedestrian pathways. The successful contractor will be expected to manage the project in accordance with airside safety protocols, environmental regulations, and a clean site policy, with works being completed by the end of March 2026. ### Access Code : KHAN8VJ9RR For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: [delta-esourcing.com](https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Building-construction-work./KHAN8VJ9RR) To respond to this opportunity, please click here: [delta-esourcing.com/respond/KHAN8VJ9RR](https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/KHAN8VJ9RR) Read full description ## CPV classification Building construction work Construction work for industrial buildings Fire station construction work Engineering services Engineering design services Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-0593a2-2025-10-03T16:06:33+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-0593a2-2025-10-03T16:06:33+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. 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