Oil Painting Conservation

The National Army Museum is seeking a professional conservation company or individual conservator under solicitation K-17-2-1-6 to prepare artworks for the Uniform: Identity and Innovation exhibition opening on April 6, 2027. The scope of work includes the conservation of 12 oil paintings and 10 associated frames, the production of five new frames, and the glazing of nine paintings using Truvue UV92. The selected provider is responsible for the secure transport of works from the museum's Stevenage storage facility to their studio and the final delivery to the museum in Chelsea. The estimated contract value is 35,000 GBP excluding VAT, with a performance period running from November 4, 2026, to February 22, 2027. The award will be based on a weighted scoring system consisting of qualifications and experience (40%), approach and methodology (20%), and fee (40%). Key requirements include providing full documentation of treatments through written reports and photographs, protecting vulnerable labels on artwork reverses, and maintaining insurance coverage for the total value of the works, which is 134,850 GBP, including a UKRG security supplement. Tenders must be submitted electronically by October 29, 2026, and must include a completed form of tender, qualification and health and safety questionnaires, a resource plan with a Gantt chart, and evidence of relevant experience.