How do I find exhibition contracts in the UK public sector?

Search live portals for open exhibition tenders, or track museums and galleries ahead of a gallery renewal programme, since major exhibition fit-outs are planned years in advance. Stotles pulls notices from 100+ portals into one place.

What kinds of exhibition work do public sector buyers tender for?

Museum exhibition design, build and fit out is the largest single category, running from a single gallery refresh to a multi-year, multi-gallery renewal programme. Trade show and conference exhibition stands, exhibition graphics and display equipment, and cultural exhibition delivery services round out the rest.

Who buys exhibition work?

Museums and galleries commission most of it, particularly around major anniversary or gallery renewal programmes. Local authorities and investment bodies buy exhibition stands for property and trade events, and government departments and cultural bodies commission exhibition delivery for events held overseas.

Is museum exhibition work the same as general construction?

It overlaps but is not identical. A gallery renewal typically bundles construction work with specialist exhibition design, AV integration and visitor flow consultancy, so a single programme can span both this page and the general construction market. The exhibition-specific design, graphics and display work is what sets this category apart.

Exhibition Tenders

See open Exhibition tenders and awarded contracts for the UK public sector.

Notices cover exhibition design, build and fit out, from full museum gallery renewals to trade show and conference stands, plus the graphics, display equipment and cultural event delivery that go with them. Overseas cultural exhibitions delivered on behalf of government bodies are a recurring, more specialist thread.

Museums and galleries buy the bulk of this work, alongside local authorities and trade bodies exhibiting at property and investment events, and government departments running cultural programmes abroad.

1,945 results

Expired contract, expired 31 October 2022Published 2 September 2022
Musical Mind 2D and 3D Design - AWARD
Science Museum GroupSupplier(s) All Things Studio LtdFair and exhibition organisation servicesAwarded 31 August 2022
£45,000
Closed tender, closed 9 September 2022Published 2 September 2022
The Provision of Stand Design, Hire and Build Services
University of StrathclydeMarketing services
£50,000
Expired contract, expired 25 September 2022Published 1 September 2022
Design and stand build for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency at the Southampton International Boat Show 2022
Maritime and Coastguard AgencySupplier(s) F & K Signs Ltd T/A Signs Express SouthamptonGraphic display panelsAwarded 8 August 2022
£17,900
Closed tender, closed 5 September 2022Published 24 August 2022
EPOS-053-2022
Manchester Central Convention ComplexIT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
£40,000
Closed tender, closed 17 April 2023Published 22 August 2022
22/035 - Irish Water Brand Strategy and Design Services
Irish WaterAdvertising material
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 26 August 2022Published 18 August 2022
ProCure23 exhibition stand at the Healthcare Estates (IHEEM)
NHS EnglandHealth services
£18,000
Closed tender, closed 16 September 2022Published 16 August 2022
RMG Framework: Quantity Surveying & Contract Administration, Project Management & CDM Services
Royal Museums GreenwichMuseum services
£750,000
Closed tender, closed 15 September 2022Published 15 August 2022
SMG - Energy Revolution Basebuild and Gallery Fit-out
Science Museum GroupConstruction work for buildings relating to exhibitions
£1,750,000
Closed tender, closed 5 September 2022Published 12 August 2022
Procurement of Exhibition Fit Out Works
Loughborough Bellfoundry TrustConstruction work
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 5 September 2022Published 12 August 2022
Procurement of Exhibition Fit Out Works
Loughborough Bellfoundry TrustConstruction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
Value not stated
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Closed tender, closed 30 August 2022Published 8 August 2022
Invitation to Tender for Injecting Hope
Science Museum GroupConstruction work for buildings relating to exhibitions
£119,200
Closed tender, closed 5 September 2022Published 4 August 2022
Video Games Exhibition Design
Science Museum GroupDesigns
£250,000
Awarded contractPublished 1 August 2022
Invitation to Tender for exhibition interpretation plan, design and fit-out: Parc Howard Museum
Carmarthenshire County CouncilSupplier(s) Smith and Jones Design Consultants LtdMuseum construction workAwarded 14 December 2021
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 25 August 2022Published 1 August 2022
Flying Scotsman - 100 Years, 100 Voices Exhibition Design
Science Museum GroupDesigns
£15,000
Closed tender, closed 19 August 2022Published 29 July 2022
A Four Year, Single Party Framework Agreement for the Provision of Exhibition Stands, Display Stands and related Equipment and Services to TUS.
Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUSMM)Fair and exhibition organisation services
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 18 August 2022Published 29 July 2022
GB-LONDON: Greenwich, Art and the Sea exhibition in the Queens House.
Royal Museums GreenwichConstruction work for buildings relating to exhibitions
£75,000
Awarded contractPublished 28 July 2022
Exhibition Design, Build, AV and Maintenance Services
The Scottish ParliamentSupplier(s) StandFair and exhibition organisation servicesAwarded 21 July 2022
£122,150
Awarded contractPublished 28 July 2022
Exhibition Design, Build, AV and Maintenance Services
Scottish Parliamentary Corporate BodySupplier(s) StandFair and exhibition organisation servicesAwarded 21 July 2022
£122,150
Closed tender, closed 30 August 2022Published 25 July 2022
Exhibition Design, Build and Install for 'World Beneath Waves'
National Museum of the Royal NavyMuseum services
£189,500
Stale Pre-tender, closed 25 August 2022Published 25 July 2022
E-Procurement Software (PIN)
National Museum of the Royal NavyProcurement software package
Value not stated

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about exhibition design, exhibition fit out, museum exhibition, exhibition stand, exhibition services, exhibition build, trade show, exhibition and display, exhibition graphics, exhibition equipment, touring exhibition, exhibition contractor, national pavilion, exhibition pavilion, exhibition installation, exhibition AV, exhibition audio visual in the UK public sector.

How do I find exhibition contracts in the UK public sector?
Search live portals for open exhibition tenders, or track museums and galleries ahead of a gallery renewal programme, since major exhibition fit-outs are planned years in advance. Stotles pulls notices from 100+ portals into one place.
What kinds of exhibition work do public sector buyers tender for?
Museum exhibition design, build and fit out is the largest single category, running from a single gallery refresh to a multi-year, multi-gallery renewal programme. Trade show and conference exhibition stands, exhibition graphics and display equipment, and cultural exhibition delivery services round out the rest.
Who buys exhibition work?
Museums and galleries commission most of it, particularly around major anniversary or gallery renewal programmes. Local authorities and investment bodies buy exhibition stands for property and trade events, and government departments and cultural bodies commission exhibition delivery for events held overseas.
Is museum exhibition work the same as general construction?
It overlaps but is not identical. A gallery renewal typically bundles construction work with specialist exhibition design, AV integration and visitor flow consultancy, so a single programme can span both this page and the general construction market. The exhibition-specific design, graphics and display work is what sets this category apart.

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Musical Mind 2D and 3D Design - AWARD

The Provision of Stand Design, Hire and Build Services

Design and stand build for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency at the Southampton International Boat Show 2022

EPOS-053-2022

22/035 - Irish Water Brand Strategy and Design Services

ProCure23 exhibition stand at the Healthcare Estates (IHEEM)

RMG Framework: Quantity Surveying & Contract Administration, Project Management & CDM Services

SMG - Energy Revolution Basebuild and Gallery Fit-out

Procurement of Exhibition Fit Out Works

Procurement of Exhibition Fit Out Works

Invitation to Tender for Injecting Hope

Video Games Exhibition Design

Invitation to Tender for exhibition interpretation plan, design and fit-out: Parc Howard Museum

Flying Scotsman - 100 Years, 100 Voices Exhibition Design

A Four Year, Single Party Framework Agreement for the Provision of Exhibition Stands, Display Stands and related Equipment and Services to TUS.

GB-LONDON: Greenwich, Art and the Sea exhibition in the Queens House.

Exhibition Design, Build, AV and Maintenance Services

Exhibition Design, Build, AV and Maintenance Services

Exhibition Design, Build and Install for 'World Beneath Waves'

E-Procurement Software (PIN)

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