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Conservation Management Plan and Conservation Support - Archaeology and industrial collections specialist

HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Hartlepool Borough Council revolves around the project's requirement for a Conservation Management Plan and Conservation Support, specifically focusing on archaeology and industrial collections. This process has reached the award stage and is linked with the Tides of Change project at the Museum of Hartlepool. Conducted through an open, below-threshold competition, this contract valued at £19,500 was awarded to Oxford Archaeology Limited. The project is located in Hartlepool, within the region identified as UKC11, and spans from 1st November 2025 to 1st April 2026. This initiative falls under the services category, with a primary focus on archaeological services and broader cultural services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in conservation management and archaeological services, particularly SMEs. The nature of the project suggests that companies experienced in managing and supporting archaeological and industrial collections will find it especially suitable, thereby enabling businesses in this sector to expand their portfolios and engage in a project supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Organisations with capabilities in developing conservation strategies and providing specialist support to cultural heritage projects will be poised to take advantage of future opportunities arising from this revitalization effort within Hartlepool's cultural sector.

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Notice Title

Conservation Management Plan and Conservation Support - Archaeology and industrial collections specialist

Notice Description

Project to provide Conservation Management Plan and Conservation Support - Archaeology and industrial collections specialist to assist with the Tides of Change project. OPEN tender opportunity under 20251612 but no submissions received. Awarded under exemption OPEN03112025131354.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059b99
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070453-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

71351914 - Archaeological services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80000000 - Education and training services

90700000 - Environmental services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£19,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
£19,500 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 1 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HARTLEPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hartlepool.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HARTLEPOOL
Postcode
TS24 8AY
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC31 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees
Delivery Location
TLC11 Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees

Local Authority
Hartlepool
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Hartlepool

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OXFORD ARCHAEOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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