FTS UK public procurement

Bayeux Tapestry Transport

British Museum

CompleteOCDS ID ocds-h6vhtk-06932f
Tender valueNot supplied1 awards · 1 contracts

01 Procurement

Tender overview

Updated 17 June 2026
Buyer
British Museum
Status
Complete
Procurement method
Direct award
Category
Not supplied
CPV classification
Not supplied
Tender period
Not supplied — Not supplied

Description

Collection and transport of the Bayeux tapestry from Bayeux, France to the British Museum in London, and its return to Bayeux after the end of its exhibition. The Supplier will provide specialist vibration controlled transport services, ensuring environmental and mechanical stability throughout the journeys. They will be responsible for all associated packing, handling, loading, unloading, and secure movement of the tapestry. The Supplier will coordinate and manage all import/export and customs formalities between France and the United Kingdom, ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks. The Supplier will provide all necessary personnel, equipment, and documentation required to deliver the transport safely, efficiently, and in line with agreed specifications.

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02 Awards and contracts

Published award records

1 shown
Active

Bayeux Tapestry Transport

Awarded
1 June 2026
Award value
€137,043
Suppliers
1
Signed contract
16 June 2026

03 Organisations

Buyers, suppliers and other parties

2 parties
Buyer

British Museum

Great Russell Street, London, UKI31, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom

GB-PPON PCDW-8715-VGZT
Supplier

HIZKIA France

130, Rue des Chardonnerets, Tremblay-en-France, FR, 93290, France

GB-PPON PNVL-2133-TZWL

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04 Provenance

Source for this process

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