Planning

A303 Amesbury to Berwick Down (Stonehenge) Archaeological Works

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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Planning

08 Apr 2020 at 12:41

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by Highways England for the project titled "A303 Amesbury to Berwick Down (Stonehenge) Archaeological Works," which falls under the category of archaeological services. This large-scale project is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom and is currently in the planning stage. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 19th August 2020 and will last for 8 years, with a potential extension of 1 year. Interested parties should note that this notice is intended to inform the market of the opportunity and does not obligate Highways England to undertake a procurement process.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in archaeological services and related fields. Companies that excel in collaboration and possess the necessary expertise to manage complex projects will find themselves well-suited to compete. Given the emphasis on preservation, excavation, and community engagement, businesses with a strong background in public archaeology and a diverse supply chain can leverage this opportunity for growth and expansion in the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

A303 Amesbury to Berwick Down (Stonehenge) Archaeological Works

Notice Description

The Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites World Heritage Site is recognised as a heritage asset of national and international importance. Highways England wants to ensure that archaeological remains are preserved and recorded, in advance of Scheme construction, by commissioning appropriate archaeological expertise. Archaeological services are required to deliver protection and preservation measures as well as excavate, record and disseminate the results of the archaeological mitigation works including Public Archaeology and Community Engagement. Highways England wishes appoint a supplier to provide archaeological mitigation works for the proposed A303 Amesbury to Berwick Down (Stonehenge) Improvement Scheme. The works will be split into three Sections: 1. Pre-commencement documentation; 2. Site Works; and 3. Processing, Laboratory Work, Reporting and Dissemination, as well as Archaeological Monitoring and Recording This is a large and complex project, which will require critical capabilities and resource from a balanced and diverse supply chain partner. Collaboration is at the heart of the relationships necessary to delivery at the pace required. The length of the contract is 8 years with the possibility to extend by 1 year. Additional information: This notice is issued solely for the purpose of making the market aware of this opportunity and does not constitute any commitment by Highways England to undertake any public procurement exercise. Interested parties will not be prejudiced by any response or failure to respond to this notice. Nor shall a response to this notice guarantee an invitation to participate in any future procurement process that Highways England may conduct. This notice does not constitute a call for competition to procure any works or services.Highways England is not bound to accept any proposals offered. Highways England is not liable for any costs, fees or expenses incurred by any party responding to this notice or any party who may participate in any future procurement process. In the event that Highways England decides to proceed with any procurement, it is currently assumed that such procurement will be carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 unless any legal requirement requires a different procedure to be adopted. Interested parties should note that this notice is separate to a notice advising the market of an Archaeology Framework opportunity and should be treated as a different potential opportunity. Highways England intends to use an e-Sourcing portal (Bravo) to communicate and undertake the procurement for these requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eabed417-4977-4153-b617-76290bed569f
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71351914 - Archaeological services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Apr 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Aug 2020 - 18 Aug 2028 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK41 7LW
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Harpur
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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