Official UK procurement notice
IWM/2627/Dux/3517: Hangar 3 South Internal Refurbishment at IWM Duxford
Authority: Imperial War Museums (Central government)
IWM is seeking suitably qualified and experienced contractors to undertake the internal refurbishment in the south section of our historic hangar in Hangar 3. This is a grade II* listed first. The works carried out on this building must be done with careful sensitivity to the historic fabric and requires careful coordination, adherence to safety standards, and. Please note that early engagement with the mandatory site visit requirement is crucial as only the pre-scheduled site visit on 23 November 2026 can be accommodated and confirmation of your intention to intend must have been formally registered with IWM Procurement by 16:00 on 20 November 2026.
What is being bought
Published requirement descriptionIWM is seeking suitably qualified and experienced contractors to undertake the internal refurbishment in the south section of our historic hangar in Hangar 3. This is a grade II* listed first
world war building. The works carried out on this building 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 repair and repaint of the concrete floors and repair and repaint of the walls on the south side of Hangar 3. This tender invites bidders with demonstrable expertise with historic buildings and working within a busy, public environment.
Please note that early engagement with the mandatory site visit requirement is crucial as only the pre-scheduled site visit on 23 November 2026 can be accommodated and confirmation of your intention to intend must have been formally registered with IWM Procurement by 16:00 on 20 November 2026.
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CPV: Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest · Museum construction work · Refurbishment work
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- First published
- 13 Nov 2026, 10:27 GMT
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13 Nov 2026 → 25 Jan 2027 · 4 dates- Tender notice published1h ago13 Nov 2026, 10:27 GMT
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