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Roots in Time Archaeology - Community Excavation

WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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26 May 2022 at 10:52

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Worcestershire County Council is seeking a contractor for the "Roots in Time Archaeology - Community Excavation" project, following successful funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. This initiative aims to explore the heritage of a new public open space and woodland in Norton, Evesham. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 12 June 2022. The project, classified under excavation work at archaeological sites, will commence on 1 August 2022 and run until 31 August 2023. The contract value ranges from £30,000 to £40,000, and the procurement follows an open procedure, emphasising cost, quality, and social value in its evaluation criteria.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in archaeological services, community engagement, and environmental development sectors to expand their portfolios. Companies experienced in delivering community-focused projects, particularly those qualified under the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists’ standards, would benefit from competing for this contract. Engaging with local communities and using innovative archaeological techniques will be essential for successful bids, as the project aims not only to uncover historical artefacts but also to enhance public involvement and appreciation of local heritage.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Roots in Time Archaeology - Community Excavation

Notice Description

Worcestershire County Council has successfully obtained funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for Roots in Time (RiT) - A project to explore the heritage of a new public open space and woodland at Norton, Evesham. A key part of the project is a community excavation to be held in late summer of 2022. The Council are looking for a contractor to deliver the excavation and post-excavation work, involving local people and groups. The archaeological project must be carried out in line with the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists Standard and Guidance for Archaeological Excavations. The works as set out in the specification will be a programme of hands-on archaeological investigations, events engaging local communities will run for 18 months, with onsite activities primarily taking place in late summer 2022 followed by a winter of post-excavation analysis with community involvement. Weighting - Cost 60% - Quality 30% - Social Value - 10% It is on this basis that we invite suitable contractors to provide a full turn-key project compliant quotation, to deliver this project within set time scales. All tender documents must be uploaded to the portal by the due date as late returns will not be accepted. To register your interest or to download all tender documents please visit the Worcestershire County Council's e-procurement portal at: www.in-tendhost.co.uk/worcestershire Tenders and supporting documents shall be in English and any contract subsequently entered in to shall be subject to English Law . Please note that the Supplier is responsible for obtaining all information necessary for the preparation of the tender submission. All cost, expenses and liabilities incurred by the Supplier in connection with the preparation of their submission, the Form of Tender and Pricing Schedule shall be borne by the Supplier. Please see tender documents and submit your return and associated documents by the due date. Worcestershire County Council reserve the right not to award a contract in full or in part. Form of Contract: NEC3 - Engineering and Construction Short Contract (ECSC) appended with an Archaeological Project Design (PD) or Written Scheme of Investigation (WSI) Additional information: To register your interest or to download all tender documents please visit the Worcestershire County Council e-procurement portal at: www.in-tendhost.co.uk/worcestershire 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/e29ec56f-289c-4082-b419-7e91eac3e335
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

85 - Health and social work services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites

45112710 - Landscaping work for green areas

45221210 - Covered or partially-covered excavations

45262640 - Environmental improvement works

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

85322000 - Community action programme

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2022 - 31 Aug 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTERSHIRE
Postcode
WR5 2NP
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
Nunnery
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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