Victoria and Albert Museum · Awarded contract
Awarded

Supply of Mannequins and Related Services for V&A Exhibitions

Awarded 31 Aug 2015

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Awarded31 Aug 2015
Value£20,000.00
RegionLondon
CategoryArts & Culture
Ended 7y 2mo ago4y term
Awarded 31 Aug 2015Expired 30 Aug 2019

Victoria and Albert Museum awarded a contract to Blue Studio Trading Ltd, H&H Sculptors Ltd, and Proportion London Limited for the supply of mannequins, torsos, and appendages for dress and textiles exhibitions and displays.

The non-exclusive, non-binding framework agreement also includes technical assistance, account management, technical advice, storage, and transportation services.

The contract value is £20,000.

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