Operation and Maintenance of Flying Scotsman Locomotive with Interim Overhaul
Science Museum Group · Awarded contract
AwardedOperation and Maintenance of Flying Scotsman Locomotive with Interim Overhaul
Awarded 01 Jan 2018
Awarded01 Jan 2018
Value£1,879,875.00
SupplierRiley And Son (E) Ltd
AgencyScience Museum Group
RegionYorkshire and The Humber
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Ended 2y 10mo ago6y term
Awarded 1 Jan 2018Expired 31 Dec 2023
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Science Museum Group awarded a contract to Riley And Son (E) Ltd for the operation and maintenance of the steam locomotive Flying Scotsman (no.60103) for a six-year term commencing January 2018, including the mandatory interim overhaul due during the term.
The contract value was £1,879,875.
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