Saimaa Canal Museum Operations Contract
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender concerns the provision of services for the operations of the Saimaa Canal Museum. The selected service provider will be responsible for the comprehensive management and development of the museum's activities. This includes not only the day-to-day running of the museum but also active participation in its strategic development. The scope of services requires a holistic approach, ensuring the museum functions effectively and evolves to meet future needs. Key responsibilities will likely encompass visitor services, exhibition management, collection care, educational programming, and marketing. The service provider is expected to contribute innovative ideas and strategies to enhance the museum's appeal and accessibility, thereby promoting the cultural and historical significance of the Saimaa Canal. A more detailed description of the procurement object is provided in Appendix 2 of this request for proposals, outlining specific requirements and expectations for the service provider. This procurement aims to secure a reliable and forward-thinking partner to ensure the continued success and growth of the Saimaa Canal Museum as a key cultural institution.
This is a services contract in the culture and heritage and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Museums and General Supplies. Located in Finland, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 250,000.
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 culture and heritage 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 fiThe procurement concerns the service of canal museum operations (Saimaa Canal Museum). In producing the service, the comprehensive management and development of canal museum operations and the supplier's participation in the development of museum operations must be taken into account. A more detailed description of the procurement is in Annex 2 to this request for proposals: Description of the Subject of Procurement.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on December 16, 2025. Last refreshed 31 days ago. Original language: fi. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Väylävirasto
Väylävirasto has issued 445 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 59 currently open and 174 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Architecture & Engineering Services, Construction & Civil Works, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for Finland. Notices are distributed via Hilma Finland and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: September 9, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Mobilia säätiö sr. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Väylävirasto in Finland. 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 Culture, Heritage & Tourism sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
Mobilia säätiö sr was awarded the contract for €250,000. 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 Finland. 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.
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