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Archaeology Appointment - East Hemel

THE CROWN ESTATE

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23 Oct 2025 at 09:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Estate, based in London, has completed a procurement process for archaeological services, titled "Archaeology Appointment - East Hemel." This process is classified under the works category and follows a restricted procurement method, specifically a selective procedure above the threshold. The procurement covered services in the United Kingdom, with the contract period running from 13th August 2025 to 28th November 2025. The award, dated 12th August 2025 and published on 23rd October 2025, was valued at £334,070 and was successfully awarded to the University of Cambridge.

This procurement presents noteworthy opportunities for businesses engaged in archaeological and similar service sectors, provided they meet the requirements for large-scale projects. With The Crown Estate as the buyer, companies with expertise in detailed and large-scale archaeological works might find such opportunities particularly beneficial for expanding their portfolio and securing high-value contracts. The restricted procedure indicates the need for prequalification, making it ideal for businesses that are established and possess a demonstrable track record in similar projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Archaeology Appointment - East Hemel

Notice Description

Archaeology Appointment - East Hemel

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b016646e-de9b-4c53-80c8-7be986caf037
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cc06d15-4590-43f5-8f73-c1bb7d5bcaf2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71351914 - Archaeological services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£334,070 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£334,070 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2025 - 28 Nov 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
THE CROWN ESTATE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1Y 4AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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