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Archaeological Framework - Fragile Assets Assessment

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

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10 Nov 2025 at 16:02

Summary of the contracting process

National Highways, based in Birmingham, England, has awarded the contract titled "Archaeological Framework - Fragile Assets Assessment" under the CPV code 71351811, focusing on topographical surveys of archaeological sites. The procurement process followed a selective method, calling off from a framework agreement, and the contract was awarded to Archaeological Management Solutions. The primary work locations include the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. This procurement is in the works category and has proceeded to the award stage as of 10 November 2025, with the contract running from 11 November 2025 to 31 March 2026. The total contract value is £496,855 GBP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological assessments, particularly those with experience in complex and diverse geographical locations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could benefit from engaging in such a contract, given the procurement suitability considerations, although it was ultimately awarded to a larger company. Firms proficient in topographical surveys and possessing the ability to manage projects within varied and potentially challenging environments would be well-suited to pursue similar opportunities in the future. Engaging in similar projects under the framework agreement could provide businesses with growth avenues in governmental infrastructure endeavours.

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Notice Title

Archaeological Framework - Fragile Assets Assessment

Notice Description

Archaeological Framework - Fragile Assets Assessment

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-de8e79ae-7d75-4084-9f5a-6aa231e7f15d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88264084-9322-452f-92bf-ae166936dcc0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71351811 - Topographical surveys of archaeological sites

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£496,855 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£496,855 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS
Contact Name
Judith Carter
Contact Email
judith.carter@nationalhighways.co.uk
Contact Phone
03004700965

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARCHAEOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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