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7902 Flag Fen: modelling the survival and condition of the archaeological remains to inform a management strategy

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Historic England as the buying organisation, which is seeking services related to the management and conservation of archaeological remains at Flag Fen, near Peterborough. The tender, titled "7902 Flag Fen: modelling the survival and condition of the archaeological remains to inform a management strategy," is currently in the active stage and was published on 16th July 2019. The tender period concludes on 1st August 2019, and the anticipated contract period commences on 26th August 2019, lasting until 27th January 2020. The procurement is classified under research and development services, with a total contract value estimated at £12,000, found under an open procurement method suitable for small and medium enterprises and voluntary community sector organisations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in archaeological consultancy, conservation, and management services. Companies with expertise in conducting assessments, risk evaluations, and strategic planning related to cultural heritage are particularly well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this project could not only enhance the successful bidder's reputation in the heritage management sector but also contribute to preserving an important historical site for future research and public enjoyment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

7902 Flag Fen: modelling the survival and condition of the archaeological remains to inform a management strategy

Notice Description

Flag Fen, near Peterborough, is a nationally important wooden Bronze Age post alignment and timber platform preserved within the Flag Fen basin, and designated as a scheduled monument (List entry 1406460; Figure 1). Preliminary work has indicated that the delicate organic remains preserved on the site are degrading in some parts of the site and, if unchecked, there may be a catastrophic loss of archaeological evidence (Brittain 2010; Wilkins et al. 2013). The remains are currently preserved in situ and are on the Historic England Heritage at Risk Register. There is a pressing need to formulate and implement a formal management strategy to sustain the site's potential for future research, through continued physical preservation, archaeological excavation, or a combination of the two. In order to validate management options further assessment is required since there are weaknesses/gaps present in the existing information. For example, only limited information is currently available regarding the condition of the archaeological remains and how this may have changed since the site was first investigated. It is therefore not clear if suitable conditions to physically and chemically ensure the long-term preservation of the archaeology in situ can be maintained or whether preservation by record is a more effective management strategy. This brief details the requirements to carry out a targeted and rapid review of existing information in order to understand the condition of the archaeological remains and the work required to complete the baseline evidence for the site. A conservation risk assessment will be carried out to define the proportion of the site that has been investigated versus the proportion that is undisturbed, and the proportion of the site that is of high and low evidential value and significance. This will aid the development of an appropriate management strategy in order to preserve the important archaeological remains for future generations to enjoy and understand, whether in situ, by record or a combination of the two. If successful, this could result in the removal of the scheduled monument from the Heritage at Risk register. Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity should register at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historic-england/aspx/Home in order to express interest and download documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7014dc61-993f-4f5d-a572-510a3ced3af5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d62cd6d-876a-4798-98cc-3a647e7de311
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Aug 2019 - 27 Jan 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
SWINDON
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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