Mission de cartographie des collections potentiellement concernées par des recherches de provenance dans les musées de France de Nouvelle-Aquitaine

This tender concerns a provenance research mapping mission for museum collections in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The assignment involves identifying and cataloguing collections that may be subject to provenance investigations, particularly items with potentially problematic acquisition histories. The work will support the regional directorate in managing cultural heritage transparency and restitution obligations.

Suppliers must demonstrate expertise in provenance research, museum collections management, and French cultural heritage regulations. Experience with cataloguing systems, historical documentation analysis, and collaboration with museum institutions is essential. Knowledge of restitution frameworks and spoliation issues is required.

Cultural heritage consultancies, museum research professionals, or provenance specialists with proven experience in French institutional contexts should apply. Organizations familiar with Nouvelle-Aquitaine museums or regional heritage management are well-positioned.

The buyer is DRAC Nouvelle Aquitaine.

Submissions close on May 7, 2026.