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Condition Surveys for Fabric and M&E of the Historic England Archive (NP 268) - AWARD

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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13 Aug 2025 at 09:52

Summary of the contracting process

Historic England has recently completed the tender process for commissioning condition surveys of the Historic England Archive in Wiltshire, under the procurement title "Condition Surveys for Fabric and M&E of the Historic England Archive (NP 268) - AWARD". The procurement falls under the "Advisory architectural services" category and covers a broad geographical scope, including the United Kingdom and other regions such as the Channel Islands and British Overseas Territories. The contract began on 11 August 2025 and will conclude on 16 November 2025. This award stage marks the culmination of the procurement method classified as "Other", realizing Historic England's goal of understanding required repairs and potential interventions for decarbonisation over the next 5 to 10 years.

This contract represents significant opportunities for firms specializing in architectural advisory services, especially those adept at evaluating heritage properties and proposing sustainable renovations. The awarded supplier, Simpson & Brown LLP, exemplifies the calibre of professionals suitable for accessing similar projects that focus on the preservation and modernisation of historical archives. Such professionals stand to benefit from the evolving market demands for expertise in sustainable enhancements and the ability to accurately quantify costs associated with renovations and decarbonisation efforts. Business growth can stem from the ability to meet these intricate and specialised requirements, expanding the reach and reputation within the heritage refurbishment sector.

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Notice Title

Condition Surveys for Fabric and M&E of the Historic England Archive (NP 268) - AWARD

Notice Description

Historic England is seeking to commission an appropriately qualified and experienced professional to assess the existing condition of the Historic England Archive Store. The condition survey will support Historic England in understanding what repairs and wholesale replacement for end of life systems or elements of the building are required over the next 5-10 years. It will also be used to inform an options appraisal of potential interventions to decarbonise the Archive Store. It should also seek to prioritise these repairs and provide estimates on the cost for the materials and labour.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16c20aa4-e8ae-4f59-87b1-f76d8cad3826
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71210000 - Advisory architectural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,560 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
10 Aug 2025 - 16 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

SIMPSON & BROWN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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