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

Closed tender, closed 21 July 2015Published 6 July 2015
Exhibition Fit-out - National Army Museum: Building for the Future
National Army MuseumConstruction work for buildings relating to exhibitions
£1,600,000
Closed tender, closed 20 July 2015Published 6 July 2015
Durham Cathedral Open Treasure: AV Software Production
Durham CathedralAudio-visual materials
£60,000
Expired contract, expired 11 March 2016Published 3 July 2015
One God Temporary Exhibition Build contract award
British MuseumSupplier(s) Benchworks LtdBuilding installation workAwarded 26 June 2015
£154,626
Expired contract, expired 26 February 2016Published 3 July 2015
Celts Temporary Exhibition Build contract award
British MuseumSupplier(s) The Hub Consulting Limited T/A The HubBuilding installation workAwarded 12 June 2015
£346,778
Closed tender, closed 24 July 2015Published 30 June 2015
Clifford’s Tower Major Project - Supply of Design Services
English HeritageMuseum-exhibition services
£50,000
Closed tender, closed 17 July 2015Published 18 June 2015
Architect/Gallery Designer (Lead Designer) - Interactive Gallery, National Media Museum
Science Museum GroupArchitectural and related services
£75,000
Expired contract, expired 15 November 2015Published 17 June 2015
American Air Museum Redevelopment: AV Software Package 3: Integrated Gallery-Web Interactives Design & Build
Imperial War MuseumSupplier(s) Squint Opera LtdIT services: consulting, software development, Internet and supportAwarded 29 July 2015
£50,000
Expired contract, expired 15 November 2015Published 17 June 2015
American Air Museum Redevelopment: AV Software Package 2: Creative AV Production
Imperial War MuseumSupplier(s) Spiral ProductionsIT services: consulting, software development, Internet and supportAwarded 29 July 2015
£20,000
Expired contract, expired 15 November 2015Published 17 June 2015
American Air Museum redevelopment:AV Software Package 1: Editing
Imperial War MuseumSupplier(s) Spiral ProductionsIT services: consulting, software development, Internet and supportAwarded 29 July 2015
£15,000
Closed tender, closed 1 July 2015Published 9 June 2015
Mannequin Framework
Victoria and Albert MuseumParcel transport services
£20,000
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Closed tender, closed 30 June 2015Published 9 June 2015
AUD9686 West Africa Exhibition - Graphics
British LibraryPrint finishing services
Value not stated
Expired contract, expired 11 September 2015Published 5 June 2015
TRN 1032/06/2015 - Design , build and dismantlement of conference stand for Offshore Europe
Department of Energy and Climate ChangeSupplier(s) AVC Media Enterprises LtdServices related to the oil and gas industryAwarded 8 July 2015
£41,500
Closed tender, closed 19 June 2015Published 1 June 2015
The Museum of Science and Industry, Exhibition Design Services for 2D, 3D and Lighting Design
Science Museum GroupSpecialty design services
£32,500
Closed tender, closed 15 May 2015Published 4 May 2015
Light Fantastic: Adventures in the Science of Light Exhibition Build
Science Museum GroupConstruction work for buildings relating to exhibitions
£17,500
Awarded contractPublished 28 April 2015
Exhibition Stand Services for CMT Stuttgart
Tourism Ireland CLGExhibition stands
Value not stated
Expired contract, expired 29 February 2016Published 20 March 2015
Exhibition Fit-out at King's Lynn Town Hall (Stories of Lynn Project)
Borough Council of King's Lynn and West NorfolkSupplier(s) Realm Project LtdMuseum servicesAwarded 23 October 2015
£450,000
Closed tender, closed 30 March 2015Published 17 March 2015
Hull City Council (the Council) in partnership with the Humber Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) – Exhibition Stand Design and Marketing & Print Contract – Humber Renewables
Kingston upon Hull City CouncilGraphic design services
£130,000
Closed tender, closed 27 February 2015Published 10 February 2015
United Kingdom-Plymouth: Recreational, cultural and sporting services
Plymouth City CouncilRecreational, cultural and sporting services
£423,516
Awarded contractPublished 23 October 2014
PQQ for Event Stand Design and Graphic Management Panel
Bord Bia (Irish Food Board)Event services
Value not stated
Awarded contractPublished 12 June 2014
Clare County Council is seeking suitable tenders in exhibition design to conceive, design and implement a comprehensive range of new content within the existing Cliffs of Moher exhibition.
Clare County CouncilMuseum-exhibition services
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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Exhibition Fit-out - National Army Museum: Building for the Future

Durham Cathedral Open Treasure: AV Software Production

One God Temporary Exhibition Build contract award

Celts Temporary Exhibition Build contract award

Clifford’s Tower Major Project - Supply of Design Services

Architect/Gallery Designer (Lead Designer) - Interactive Gallery, National Media Museum

American Air Museum Redevelopment: AV Software Package 3: Integrated Gallery-Web Interactives Design & Build

American Air Museum Redevelopment: AV Software Package 2: Creative AV Production

American Air Museum redevelopment:AV Software Package 1: Editing

Mannequin Framework

AUD9686 West Africa Exhibition - Graphics

TRN 1032/06/2015 - Design , build and dismantlement of conference stand for Offshore Europe

The Museum of Science and Industry, Exhibition Design Services for 2D, 3D and Lighting Design

Light Fantastic: Adventures in the Science of Light Exhibition Build

Exhibition Stand Services for CMT Stuttgart

Exhibition Fit-out at King's Lynn Town Hall (Stories of Lynn Project)

Hull City Council (the Council) in partnership with the Humber Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) – Exhibition Stand Design and Marketing & Print Contract – Humber Renewables

United Kingdom-Plymouth: Recreational, cultural and sporting services

PQQ for Event Stand Design and Graphic Management Panel

Clare County Council is seeking suitable tenders in exhibition design to conceive, design and implement a comprehensive range of new content within the existing Cliffs of Moher exhibition.

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