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Volunteering in Archives: Call for desk-based research in digital volunteering offers

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Historic England, invites tenders for research services under the title "Volunteering in Archives: Call for desk-based research in digital volunteering offers". This opportunity falls within the category of research and development services, particularly focusing on enhancing volunteer engagement in photography archives. The submission deadline for this tender is 9th September 2021, with a contract period commencing on 16th September 2021 and concluding on 17th December 2021. This open procurement process is aimed at gathering insights that will be utilised to expand volunteer opportunities within the Historic England Archive, located in Swindon, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research consultancy, social research, or services related to the heritage and cultural sectors. Businesses with expertise in archival services, market research, and volunteer engagement strategies are especially well-suited to compete. By participating in this project, firms can help to shape volunteer experiences and potentially influence best practices in the heritage sector, thereby establishing a foothold in this niche market.

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Notice Title

Volunteering in Archives: Call for desk-based research in digital volunteering offers

Notice Description

Historic England Archive is looking for an external consultant to carry out supporting desk-based research into the volunteer experience and opportunities in photography archives across the heritage sector and present a written report of the findings. We are seeking to identify transferable ways of expanding a volunteer community at Historic England Archive that embraces digital opportunities and demonstrates benefits to volunteer wellbeing. The report will provide preliminary evidence, contributing to our work planning and equipping for growing volunteer opportunities with the Historic England Archive. The report will also be made available through open access to the wider sector. Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity should register at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historic-england/aspx/Home in orderto express interest and download documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e34fb7c9-8110-41ba-887a-ec0857cbb35e
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73110000 - Research services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79310000 - Market research services

79315000 - Social research services

79961000 - Photographic services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

92510000 - Library and archive services

92512000 - Archive services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Sep 2021 - 17 Dec 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
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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