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IWM/2526/FM/3479: Design and Construction of New Fire Engine Shed at IWM Duxford

Imperial War Museums

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Imperial War Museums

Buyer Address: IWM London, Lambeth Road, London, UKI44, SE1 6HZ, United Kingdom

Contact Email: erowberry@iwm.org.uk

Contact Telephone: 0207 416 5000

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
595833.0 GBP
Gross: 715000.0 GBP
Published
07 Oct 2025, 18:05
Deadline
07 Nov 2025, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
works
CPV
45210000 - Building construction work
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

Imperial War Museums ("IWM") invites tenders from suitably qualified contractors to undertake the Design & Build of a new Fire Engine Shed at IWM Duxford, adjacent to the existing Air Traffic Control (ATC) Tower. The facility will serve as a modern operational hub for fire response, equipment storage, and personnel readiness. The design must be utilitarian and robust, with low maintenance requirements, while incorporating heritage-style features and a colour palette that complements surrounding historic buildings. The structure will be compact yet fully functional, delivering cost-effective value in line with public sector expectations. The shed must not obstruct sightlines from the Visual Control Room, nor exceed the height or footprint of the ATC Tower. A physical separation between the new building and the tower is required for operational and fire safety compliance. Internally, the shed will house three fire vehicles with appropriate spacing, automatic emergency doors, exhaust extraction, and durable flooring. It will also include storage for fire PPE, relocated washing machines, breathing apparatus equipment, and other essential services. Support facilities will comprise a breathing apparatus room with water supply, workbench, and extraction systems; decontamination showers with changing areas and lockers; a changing room with heating, filtration, and drying provisions; and a washing machine room with drying space and ventilation. A watch room will provide CCTV coverage of movement areas. External works will include a floodlit vehicle access zone, direct links to taxiways, security measures such as bollards and optional CCTV, and appropriate drainage systems. Access improvements and lighting upgrades are also planned. Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2026, with completion targeted for July 2026. Contractors must adhere to strict airside safety protocols, maintain a clean site, and address environmental factors. The design must ensure no visual obstruction, match the ATC tower’s dimensions, and support future operational upgrades, including CAT 7 compliance. Access Code : 43Q8JP8P9B For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Building-construction-work./43Q8JP8P9B To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/43Q8JP8P9B

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063067-2025

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 595,833.00

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 715,000.00

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2025-12-01T00:00:00+00:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2026-07-17T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical Evaluation (50%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (cost): Cost (40%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Presentation (10%)

Documents

Document Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

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