Expression of Interest - Creative and Media Services

2026-11-03

The National Museum of Australia (‘the Customer’ or ‘the Museum’) researches, collects, preserves and exhibits historical material of the Australian nation as well as bringing international exhibitions to Australia for display. The Customer regularly requires fine art freight services to move exhibitions of varying sizes across Australia and internationally. The Customer would like to establish a Deed of Standing Offer (DoSO) with experienced supplier(s) for the provision of international and domestic fine art freight services. Tenderers are asked to respond to one or both of the following Service Categories: 1. International Fine Art Freight Services 2. Domestic Fine Art Freight Services This DoSO will be available for use by all Commonwealth entities and companies. Required Services 1. International Fine Art Freight The International Fine Art Freight requirements can include but are not limited to: • Door-to-door fine art freight services across one or multiple international countries • Object packing and crating services that meet international shipping standards and are appropriate for the transportation of fine art objects and/or exhibitions • International freight management services, including: o Handling import/export documentation, fees and services, terminal fees o Providing advice on additional specifications for international ports, airports, stations and other facilities, including all customs and quarantine requirements o Providing vehicle, shipping, and air freight load plans in advance of movements o Managing and facilitating any other international freight processes, fees and charges associated with the Customer’s freight requirements o Supervising the consignment during loading, transhipping and unloading, including airside and tarmac operations, and palletisation and de-palletisation o Communication, including via virtual courier instant messaging channels, with the Customer, its partners and venues, and relevant sub-contractors, during freight movements and to coordinate consignment delivery and uplift timing o Regular progress reports on consignment movements and immediate notification of any incidents o Manage and facilitate the travel of couriers, if required • Enclosed road fleet vehicles with appropriate preservation and security conditions, including: o Freight/payload areas with climate and humidity control, air ride suspension, high levels of cleanliness, tailgate lifters, and suitable equipment to load and unload o Security features and protocols to protect high value/sensitive objects from theft, mishandling, or other damage • Access for Customer staff or Customer service providers and professionals engaged by the Customer to access and inspect specified crates and objects in storage • Assist with sourcing options for freezer treatment for pest infestation risk, if required • Provide personnel with experience in driving, handling and transporting fine art objects and/or exhibitions 2. Domestic Fine Art Freight The Domestic Fine Art Freight requirements can include but are not limited to: • Door-to-door fine art freight services across Australia • Object packing and crating services that meet Australian standards and appropriate for the transportation of fine art objects and/or exhibitions • Domestic freight management services, including: o Managing all applicable fees, charges and other costs in relation to freight and storage within Australia o Providing advice on additional specifications for domestic ports, airports, and other facilities o Providing vehicle, shipping, and air freight load plans in advance of movements o Supervising the consignment during loading, transhipping and unloading, including airside and tarmac operations, and palletisation and de-palletisation o Communication, including via virtual courier instant messaging channels, with the Customer, its partners and venues, and relevant sub-contractors, during freight movements and to coordinate consignment delivery and uplift timing o Regular progress reports on consignment movements and immediate notification of any incidents o Manage and facilitate the travel of couriers, if required • Enclosed road fleet vehicles with appropriate preservation and security conditions, including: o Freight/payload areas with climate and humidity control, air ride suspension, high levels of cleanliness, tailgate lifters, and suitable equipment to load and unload o Security features and protocols to protect high value/sensitive objects from theft, mishandling, or other damage • Access for Customer staff or Customer service providers and professionals engaged by the Customer to access and inspect specified crates and objects in storage • Assist with sourcing options for freezer treatment for pest infestation risk, if required • Provide personnel with experience in driving, handling and transporting fine art objects and/or exhibitions.

Australia

2026-06-01