Summary of the contracting process

Historic England has awarded a contract for Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection for the period of 2025 to 2027. This procurement, classified under Marine survey services, aims to support marine protection and management by providing field observations that underpin the core functions of protection and management of the marine historic environment. The contract, valued at £199,849.63 GBP, was signed on 12 March 2025 and covers services needed to meet commitments under the European Convention on the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage. The procurement method used was open procedure, and the tender process included assessment criteria of 65% quality and 35% price, with submissions received until 14 February 2025.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological, marine research, and survey services. The contract seeks assessment functions that can contribute to the conservation and enhancement of significant marine heritage assets, offering a platform for companies to demonstrate their expertise and support UK's marine historic environment. SMEs such as MSDS Marine Ltd, who has been awarded the contract, are well-suited to compete in such tenders, with the scope to deliver specialised services that can result in long-term business growth and benefit to the wider social, cultural, and environmental landscape.

Tender

Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2025-2027

ARCHAEOLOGICAL SERVICES IN RELATION TO MARINE PROTECTION 2025-2027 (NP225

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

15th January 2025 15:09:32 PM

Tender Deadline

14th February 2025 10:00:00 AM Expired
Contract Summary

The UK is a signatory to the European Convention on the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage (revised) 1992. The aim of the Convention is to protect the archaeological heritage as a source of the European collective memory and as an instrument for historical and scientific study, whether on land or underwater.In order to meet this commitment and to provide for the conservation and enhancement of significant marine heritage assets, Historic England is seeking to procure, within a single contract, assessment functions to support marine protection and management for the two-year period April 2025 to March 2027 (inclusive). Effective marine protection advice is reliant on the provision of field observations to underpin the core functions of protection and management of, and access to, the marine historic environment in order to realise wider social, cultural, economic and environmental benefits. Both the UK Marine Policy Statement (2011) and the National Planning Policy Framework
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04d04b

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

71354500

CPV Division(s)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
Awarding Authority

ARCHAEOLOGICAL SERVICES IN RELATION TO MARINE PROTECTION 2025-2027 (NP225

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement-he@historicengland.org.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Engine House

Swindon

United Kingdom

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Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2025-2027

ARCHAEOLOGICAL SERVICES IN RELATION TO MARINE PROTECTION 2025-2027 (NP225

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