AwardedAwarded 17 June 2026

Bayeux Tapestry Transport

British Museum · Central government

In brief

British Museum awarded this contract to HIZKIA France on 17 June 2026.

The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.

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What the notice says

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.

Who won

WinnerValueDates
HIZKIA France (SME)€137,043
Awarded 2 June 2026
17 June 2026 to 30 September 2027

Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.

Timeline

  1. Transparency notice · UK5, notice 041847-2026
  2. Contract award notice · UK6, notice 052066-2026
  3. Contract details notice · UK7, notice 057339-2026

Last time this was bought

Bayeux Tapestry Showcase

Won by
Meyvaert NV
Awarded
11 February 2026
Value
£499,313
Bids
4

Matched on British Museum, the type of work and the title; it may be a related contract rather than the same one. Check the notice to be sure.

About the buyer

British MuseumLast 12 months

Procurements

9

Awards

4

Suppliers it has used most

From notice 041847-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 7 May 2026, last updated 17 June 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.