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A Study of Architectural Measures used to Reduce Overheating - Literature Review and Analysis - AWARD

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

Historic England, located in Swindon, Wiltshire, has completed an open procurement process for a contract titled "A Study of Architectural Measures used to Reduce Overheating - Literature Review and Analysis - AWARD." This contract falls under the industry category of research services, with additional classifications including research consultancy and development services. The procurement process, which reached the award stage on 16 January 2025, concluded with a contract awarded to Architectural Thread LTD. The contract, worth GBP 15,000, is set to run from 20 January 2025 to 30 June 2025, and the services will be delivered across various regions, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The tender aimed to identify and evaluate historical and contemporary measures to reduce summertime overheating in buildings.

This tender opportunity is ideal for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those experienced in evaluating architectural and environmental measures. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would find this contract advantageous for showcasing their expertise in research consultancy. Moreover, companies with a background in social and economic research services would have been well-suited to compete, given the project's focus on assessing the technical practicality and impact of various measures. The opportunity provides a platform for businesses to contribute to significant research that could influence future architectural strategies and enhance their portfolio with a prestigious project commissioned by Historic England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A Study of Architectural Measures used to Reduce Overheating - Literature Review and Analysis - AWARD

Notice Description

o Undertake a literature review to identify a list of measures that were used in the past in the United Kingdom to reduce summertime overheating. The measures should not include design decisions based on location, exposure or orientation etc, or any measures that cannot be reintroduced or retrofitted to an existing building. o Undertake a literature review to identify a list of measures that were or continue to be used in Mediterranean climates to reduce summertime overheating. The measures should not include design decisions based on location, exposure or orientation etc, or any measures that cannot be reintroduced or retrofitted to an existing building. o Evaluate each of the identified measures in relation to its installation and use including its technical practicality and impact on the structure of the building, the fire risk, and its resilience to the risk of increased storm events, as well as any maintenance implications and longevity. More details can be found in the Invitation to Tender document

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec76dfb8-6cb3-4a64-b692-c4f30155bedc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73110000 - Research services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79311400 - Economic research services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HISTORIC ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 2EH
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Mannington and Western
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARCHITECTURAL THREAD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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