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Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2025-2027 (NP225) [PCR 2015] - AWARD

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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12 Mar 2025 at 14:40

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Summary of the contracting process

Historic England has awarded a contract titled "Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2025-2027 (NP225) [PCR 2015]" to MSDS Marine Ltd. This contract, valued between £180,000 and £200,000 (excluding VAT), aims to provide marine protection and management services over a two-year period, from April 2025 to March 2027. The procurement process followed an open procedure method and falls under the industry category of Marine Survey Services, with additional classifications including research, marine research, and archaeological services. The contract addresses marine heritage sites within UK territorial waters adjacent to England, and was formally awarded on 25th February 2025, with activities set to commence on 1st April 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine survey and archaeological services. Companies with expertise in conducting field observations, providing marine protection advice, and managing marine cultural heritage will find ample scope for growth. SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) are particularly encouraged to compete, given their suitability for this project. Engaging in this contract allows businesses to contribute to the conservation of marine historic environments, realising broader social, cultural, economic, and environmental benefits, while enhancing their portfolio with high-profile public sector work.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2025-2027 (NP225) [PCR 2015] - AWARD

Notice Description

The UK is a signatory to the European Convention on the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage (revised) 1992. The aim of the Convention is to protect the archaeological heritage as a source of the European collective memory and as an instrument for historical and scientific study, whether on land or underwater. In order to meet this commitment and to provide for the conservation and enhancement of significant marine heritage assets, Historic England is seeking to procure, within a single contract, assessment functions to support marine protection and management for the two-year period April 2025 to March 2027 (inclusive). Effective marine protection advice is reliant on the provision of field observations to underpin the core functions of protection and management of, and access to, the marine historic environment in order to realise wider social, cultural, economic and environmental benefits. Both the UK Marine Policy Statement (2011) and the National Planning Policy Framework (2012) recognise the need to protect and manage marine cultural heritage in a manner appropriate to its significance. Notably, the National Heritage Act 2002 redefined an 'ancient monument' to include any site comprising, or comprising the remains of, any vehicle, vessel, aircraft or other movable structure, or part thereof, in, on or under the seabed. The project will address those sites and assets most at risk through neglect, decay or other threats within UK territorial waters adjacent to England. A wider context for the project is provided by the Rules annexed to the 2001 UNESCO Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage. These Rules have been adopted by HMG as being 'best practice' for marine archaeology and, as such, frame Historic England's approach to the subject. A budget of PS180,000 to PS200,000 (excluding. VAT at 20%) applies for the two-year period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4fbf4dd6-3154-4820-83a5-dad42865a2fe
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/217b5dc8-1c1f-480a-901d-1709fd74c94e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

71351914 - Archaeological services

71354500 - Marine survey services

73110000 - Research services

73112000 - Marine research services

98360000 - Marine services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£199,849 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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

MSDS MARINE

Further Information

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