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ITT (BT) - UID 111/NP 388 Supply of Heritage Attractions

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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24 Dec 2025 at 11:49

Tender

14 Oct 2025 at 15:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "ITT (BT) - UID 111/NP 388 Supply of Heritage Attractions" was initiated by Historic England, a public authority under sub-central government classification. This tender involves research consultancy services into the supply and demand dynamics of non-museum heritage attractions across England. Conducted under an open procurement method with a below-threshold open competition, the process involved a tender period concluding on 17th November 2025. The buying organisation operates from Swindon, UK, focusing within the services industry, particularly heritage and architectural consultancy.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in heritage consultancy, market analysis, and development planning within the cultural sector. Firms offering expertise in research consultancy for historical or architectural interest can leverage this tender to enhance their portfolio by engaging in public sector projects. Large-scale businesses with prior experience in architectural services for heritage sites would be particularly well-suited to compete, enabling further growth and increased visibility within the UK heritage market.

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Notice Title

ITT (BT) - UID 111/NP 388 Supply of Heritage Attractions

Notice Description

Local authorities, funders and tourism partners are concerned about the economic unsustainability and inequitable spatial distribution of non-museum heritage attractions across England. This study will assess whether there is an over- or under-supply in particular places or attraction-types and provide an evidence base for planning and policy. Beyond pure quantitative analysis, the study will examine the relationship between supply and demand in the heritage sector, analyse visitor drivers, and explore markets for alternative or additional uses for heritage spaces that might better serve the public.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cca6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086116-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,700 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
17 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 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
HISTORIC ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement-he@historicengland.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
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

URBAN FORESIGHT

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