RBGKEW1448 - Art Installation & Transportation Framework
Estimated value
—
Awarded value
£1.9m
Suppliers
3
Lots
1
Published
11 Sept 2025
Description
To develop a list (Framework Agreement) of approved Art installation and transportation companies (up to three) that work with Kew Gardens and Wakehurst to install Art exhibitions and programmes. 1. To provide installation services for large scale artworks at Kew Gardens and Wakehurst including but not limited to the Temperate House and the Shirley Sherwood Gallery. 2. Transportation (international or UK based) of artworks may be required. 3. Fabrication of frames, plinths or other enabling works may be required.
Scope
- Reference
- RBGKEW1448
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 29 Sept 2025 to 29 Sept 2027Possible extension to 30 Sept 2029
1 extension option of up to 2 years
- CPV classifications
- 4521230060000000
- Contract locations
- London, United KingdomSouth East England, United Kingdom
- Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Award criteria
Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport & Shipping Capabilities | — | quality | 15.00% |
| In house fabrication facilities and expertise | — | quality | 15.00% |
| Art installation & deinstallation expertise | — | quality | 40.00% |
| Method Statement & Risk Assessment | — | quality | 15.00% |
| Sustainability | — | quality | 10.00% |
| Table of rates | — | price | 5.00% |
Participation
Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.
Terms & Conditions - included in the ITT (Part 3) Insurance requirements - £5M Employers Liability, £10M Public Liability, £2M Professional Indemnity
Health & Safety - compliance with RBG Kew's contractors code of practice Essential Previous Experience - •Working in outdoor environments •Working in listed buildings •Working in heritage environments or locations which are archaeologically sensitive and ecologically protected •Working at height in a complex location with restricted access
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Open procedure
Award details
Awarded supplier(s), contract period and value as published in the award notice.
Awarded value
£1.9m
Award date
10 Sept 2025
Contract start
12 Oct 2025
Contract end
12 Oct 2027