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Invitation to Tender for Willersey Evaluation - AWARD

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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12 Nov 2024 at 13:13

Summary of the contracting process

Historic England has awarded a contract for the 'Invitation to Tender for Willersey Evaluation' to Cotswold Archaeology. This project involves an exploration, through targeted excavation, of two Roman cavalry swords discovered near Broadway in Gloucestershire, within a complex of buried archaeological remains. The procurement, classified under 'Archaeological services', falls into the services industry category. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the process is now in the award stage. The contract period is from 28th November 2024 to 30th April 2026, and the award value of the contract is £57,460. This project is essential for understanding and preserving historical artefacts in the specified region, aligning with Historic England's commitment to cultural heritage conservation.

This tender provides substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in archaeological services, geophysical and topographical surveys, and excavation work at archaeological sites. Organisations with expertise in these areas, especially those with a strong local presence and connections to community groups, would be well-suited to collaborate on this project. The requirement for proximity to the site underscores the need for efficient management of finds and ecofacts, contributing to environmental targets. This contract has a considerable potential for businesses to showcase their expertise, expand their service portfolio, and engage in high-profile archaeological work. SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to engage with this project.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Willersey Evaluation - AWARD

Notice Description

Historic England are looking for a partner to explore (through targeted excavation) the context of two Roman cavalry swords discovered during a metal detecting rally near Broadway in Gloucestershire. Historic England geophysical survey showed the find spot sits within a complex of buried archaeological remains including later prehistoric or Roman settlement. Though the find is public knowledge, reference to the exact location in outreach material should be avoided until after the site has been assessed, and statutory protection afforded if justified. We wish to collaborate with an experienced archaeological services organisation who will provide site staff, an excavation co-director, finds and environmental processing expertise, and a digital recording system in use or in development. They should be based as near the site as possible, with demonstrable knowledge of the local archaeological landscape and preferably also connections/experience with local community groups. Proximity to the sight is crucial for Net Zero targets, and to enable safe and efficient transfer of finds/ecofacts/samples to storage on a regular basis

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b6501f2-8a2e-43f5-a12b-cd1b38caae83
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites

71351720 - Geophysical surveys of archaeological sites

71351811 - Topographical surveys of archaeological sites

71351914 - Archaeological services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,460 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2024 - 30 Apr 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COTSWOLD ARCHAEOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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