Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13be8-210c-7016-8d6a-f8fd7da7f42d/iwm2627exh3511-iwm-exhibitions-build-framework-agreement closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # IWM/2627/Exh/3511: IWM Exhibitions Build Framework Agreement [Imperial War Museums](https://tendernation.io/buyers/imperial-war-museums) Estimated value £3,000,000 Published 21 Aug 2026 Deadline Closed 23 Sept 2026 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Split into 2 lots You can usually bid for just the lots you can deliver. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - 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 inviting Potential Providers to participate in the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) stage for an Exhibitions Build Framework. The framework is intended to establish a panel of suitably experienced exhibition build contractors who can deliver high-quality, safe, reliable and cost-effective exhibition works across IWM’s estate. Potential Providers shortlisted following the PSQ stage will be invited to submit a full tender response. The framework will be divided into two Lots, based on the anticipated value and scale of individual projects: •Projects valued at under £200,000 (Lot 1) •Projects valued at over £200,000 (Lot 2) Potential Providers may bid for one or both Lots, subject to demonstrating that they have the appropriate capacity, capability, technical expertise and experience to deliver the relevant services. Each lot will be evaluated and awarded separately. At this stage, IWM is undertaking the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) stage only. Tender documents will be issued to shortlisted Potential Providers in accordance with the procurement timetable published alongside the PSQ document. IWM is advertising a three-year framework agreement, with the option to extend by a further one-year period. Please note that the advertised value of each Lot anticipates that IWM will choose to use the extension. ### Access Code: 3GC8GAUTZN For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: [delta-esourcing.com](https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Museum-exhibition-services./3GC8GAUTZN) To respond to this opportunity, please click here: [delta-esourcing.com/respond/3GC8GAUTZN](https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/3GC8GAUTZN) Read full description ## CPV classification Museum-exhibition services Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions Museum construction work Exhibition equipment Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-06e9d1-2026-08-21T15:32:40+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-06e9d1-2026-08-21T15:32:40+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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