This consultation concerns the needs of the Department of Var for the transport of works of art and art objects
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis consultation addresses the Department of Var's requirements for specialized transport services for works of art and artifacts. The services encompass a comprehensive range of activities, including the packing and labeling of artworks, the organization and execution of transportation by any means from designated pick-up locations to specified delivery points, both within France and internationally. It also includes handling necessary administrative procedures, arranging for the travel of lenders' personnel, and performing the hanging/un-hanging of artworks for temporary exhibitions. The scope also covers the monitoring and coordination of all these operations. The contract is not divided into lots, as the services are considered homogeneous and global, with distinct services not being separately identifiable. This is a single-award contract comprising a unit-price component for call-offs and a fixed-price component based on quotes. The services are global and require a high degree of expertise in handling valuable and sensitive items.
This is a services contract in the transport and logistics sector, with a focus on Road Transport. Located in France, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 3.
Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the transport and logistics sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Auto-translated from FrenchThe services include, in particular, the packaging of works with labeling, the organization and implementation of transport by any means from the designated collection point(s) to the designated delivery point(s) (in France or abroad); the completion of necessary administrative procedures; the organization of transport for the lenders' personnel; the hanging/unhanging of works for temporary exhibitions; the monitoring and coordination of these various operations. No breakdown into lots is planned, as this contract concerns homogeneous and global services, with distinct services being unidentifiable. Single-supplier framework agreement comprising a unit part with call-off orders and a part on estimate. The unit price services are likely to vary within the following limits: Firm period of 2 years or, if applicable, as soon as the maximum amount of the first period is reached: Minimum amount excluding VAT for the first period: 50,000 eurosMaximum amount excluding VAT for the first period: 2,000,000 eurosRenewable period of 2 years or, if applicable, as soon as the maximum amount of the second period is reached: Minimum amount excluding VAT for the first period: 50,000 eurosMaximum amount excluding VAT for the first period: 2,000,000 euros. For the part on estimate: Without minimum amount and within the limit of the maximum amount of 1,000,000.00 euros excluding VAT for each 2-year period of the contract, i.e., a total maximum amount of 2,000,000.00 euros excluding VAT. The framework agreement is concluded from March 9, 2026, or from its notification date if later, for a firm period of 2 years or, if applicable, as soon as the maximum amount set for the unit part with call-off orders for the first period is reached. It is renewable once for a period of 2 years by express renewal. The financing of the service is provided by the departmental budget.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on March 19, 2026. Last refreshed 15 days ago. Original language: French. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Département du Var
Département du Var has issued 77 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 15 currently open and 18 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Construction & Civil Works, and Architecture & Engineering Services. All notices are published for France. Notices are distributed via France BOAMP and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: August 18, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
How much was the contract awarded for?
ANDRE CHENUE SA was awarded the contract for €6,000,000. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in France. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to ANDRE CHENUE SA. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Département du Var in France. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Transport & Logistics sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
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