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Imperial War Museums

IWM/2627/Dux/3513: Refurbishment of Hangar 3 North Side Doors at IWM Duxford

ConstructionCPV 45453100
Value£120k
Deadline11 Sept 2026
Published14 Aug 2026
RegionNationwide
Timeline
Published 14 Aug 202623 days leftCloses 11 Sept 2026
Who to contact
erowberry@iwm.org.uk
0207 416 5000

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Contract value in context
£120ktotal contract value
median £158k
this tender£0£6.5m

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The brief

IWM is seeking suitably qualified and experienced contractors to undertake the refurbishment of our historic hangar doors in Hangar 3.

These are grade II* listed First World War buildings.

The works carried out on these buildings must be done with careful sensitivity to the historic fabric and requires careful coordination, adherence to safety standards, and consideration of the operational environment.

The scope of works only covers the north side doors of Hangar 3 with the aim to get the doors operational to support the activities of our flying partners.

It includes the repair and, where required, replacement of various elements such as wheels, hinges and runners.

Please note that early engagement with the mandatory site visit requirement is crucial as only the pre-scheduled site visit on 25 August can be accommodated.

This tender invites Potential Providers with demonstrable expertise with historic buildings and timber and working within a busy, public environment.

Please note that these works are subject to listed building consent application conditions (the works generally are approved).

Greater Cambridge Planning will require approval of the following: -Final details of Essavian door repairs showing extend of timber replacement and Epoxy resin repairs -Justification for the replacement of tracks, rollers and wheels and details of replacement items.

These details we expect to resolve with the appointed contractor and timeline for approval may affect start date onsite.

Access Code: NW9C8YU8BR For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Buildings-of-particular-historical-or-architectural-interest./NW9C8YU8BR To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/NW9C8YU8BR

Requirements

What the notice asks for

01

The works carried out on these buildings

The works carried out on these buildings must be done with careful sensitivity to the historic fabric and requires careful coordination, adherence to safety standards, and consideration of the operational environment.

02

The scope of works only covers

The scope of works only covers the north side doors of Hangar 3 with the aim to get the doors operational to support the activities of our flying partners.

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What it takes to bid this

1220 daysof bid-team effort
£8.2k£13.7kat typical UK bid-team rates

Typical UK bid effort for the £100k–£1m band — an estimate, not a quote.

Qualify & bid/no-bid ~10% · SQ / PQQ ~20% · Written response ~55% · Review & presentation ~15%

Stated in this notice

  • Show at bidSite visit / supplier day…hat early engagement with the mandatory site visit requirement is crucial as only the pre-scheduled site visit…

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  • Hold at bidSSIP-family accreditation (CHAS / Constructionline)
  • Hold at bidISO 45001 / H&S policy & CDM competence
  • Show at bidNamed site & contract managers with CVs
  • Show at bidComparable references / case studies
  • Hold at bidFinancial standing (accounts, often ~2× contract value turnover)
  • Hold at bidInsurance cover (PL / EL, often PI)
  • Show at bidSocial value commitments

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