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Radiocarbon Dating: Historic England Collaborative Research Programme Framework Agreement

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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17 Apr 2023 at 11:37

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Summary of the contracting process

Historic England has issued a tender titled "Radiocarbon Dating: Historic England Collaborative Research Programme Framework Agreement". The procurement process aims to collaborate with radiocarbon dating laboratories for research on a variety of archaeological sites and historic buildings. The tender falls under the industry category of research and experimental development services. The procurement stage is currently active, with a closing deadline for tender submissions set for June 2, 2023. The contract period is planned to start on July 1, 2023, and end on August 31, 2027.

This tender by Historic England presents a valuable opportunity for radiocarbon dating laboratories specialising in research services and geophysical surveys of archaeological sites. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide high-precision radiocarbon dating services are well-suited to compete. Interested suppliers should register at the provided link to express their interest and download the required documentation for the procurement process. The open procedure procurement method allows for a transparent and fair competition process for potential bidders.

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Notice Title

Radiocarbon Dating: Historic England Collaborative Research Programme Framework Agreement

Notice Description

Historic England is calling for proposals from radiocarbon dating laboratories that are interested in collaborating on Historic England's diverse programme of research. This is focused on a wide range of archaeological sites and historic buildings (including those in the care of English Heritage), which forms an ideal testbed for the development of new techniques and their transfer into routine practice in the Historic Environment sector beyond academia. The objectives of the research project are to develop methods, and undertake exemplary case studies, using high-precision radiocarbon dating by Accelerator Mass Spectrometry. The provision of accurate and precise chronologies for archaeological sites and historic buildings, will help inform their protection, conservation, significance and further appreciation of the Historic Environment in England. Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity should register at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historicengland/aspx/Home in order to express interest and download documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2da011eb-2aff-4bda-983c-ed3cdd1e7b7f
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
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

CPV Codes

71351720 - Geophysical surveys of archaeological sites

71351914 - Archaeological services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73110000 - Research services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
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Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2023 - 31 Aug 2027 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
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Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
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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

Further Information

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