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Gallery 33 - Principal Contractor Exhibition Fit-Out
The Natural History Museum is seeking a principal contractor to fit out a new permanent gallery for young children (aged 4-7) opening September 2027 at South Kensington. The gallery will replace the Creepy Crawlies exhibition in the Grade I listed Waterhouse East Building and include hands-on interactives and displays.
- Closes1 December 2026, 12 noon
- Published28 October 2026
- Value£1.5m
- BuyerNatural History Museum
- WhereSouth Kensington, London
- CategoryConstruction & building works, Sport, culture & leisure
- RegionLondon
You'll want to look if you're an experienced principal contractor with proven track record on museum and cultural projects, particularly in listed buildings
You'll need
- Grade I listed building experience
- Museum/exhibition fit-out capability
Possible incumbent
Sam Forster Associates Ltd and Bild Studios Ltd have recently delivered principal contractor work for the Natural History Museum (2026). Inferred from prior awards to this buyer, not confirmed.