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Award

28 May 2026 at 11:20

Tender

24 Nov 2025 at 12:06

Summary of the contracting process

Pendle Borough Council, located in Nelson, Lancashire, has completed the procurement process for the appointment of a heritage consultant to conduct archaeological excavation and post-excavation analysis at a site significant for its Bronze Age and 19th-century industrial remains. The process, completed using an open competition method, falls under the services category according to the CPV classification, specifically geological, geophysical, and other scientific prospecting services. The contract, valued at approximately £96,810 gross, was signed on 23rd February 2026, with the project expected to commence on 8th July 2026 and conclude by the end of August 2026. The contract was awarded to Civic Heritage Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Manchester.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological and heritage consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in excavation and historical analysis. The nature of the project, including its connection to a housing-led regeneration scheme, presents additional growth opportunities, notably for firms with experience in urban development and large-scale site analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the region could particularly benefit, provided they demonstrate strong qualifications and relevant experience in similar past projects, which are key criteria outlined by the Council. Engaging in such projects not only enhances a company’s portfolio but also strengthens its standing with public authority contracts.

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Notice Title

Appointment of a Heritage Consultant for Archaeological Excavation

Notice Description

Pendle Borough Council is seeking to appoint a qualified and experienced heritage consultant to carry out archaeological excavation and post-excavation analysis at Further Clough Head, Nelson, Lancashire. This appointment is required to meet planning conditions and enable delivery of a housing-led regeneration scheme on the site, which has revealed significant Bronze Age remains and 19th-century industrial archaeology.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e745
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050245-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71351000 - Geological, geophysical and other scientific prospecting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,675 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 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
PENDLE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NELSON
Postcode
BB9 7LJ
Post Town
Blackburn
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD46 East Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD46 East Lancashire

Local Authority
Pendle
Electoral Ward
Bradley
Westminster Constituency
Pendle and Clitheroe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CIVIC HERITAGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050245-2026
    28th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076420-2025
    24th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=84ae4cb6-22c9-f011-813a-005056b64545
    To participate, suppliers must register an interest before 12pm, 15th December 2025 to obtain access to the tender documents. In the event of difficulties registering as a supplier, please refer to the System Administrator Proactis support team ProContractSuppliers@proactis.com. Tender Responses are required to be submitted no later than 23rd January 2026, 12.00 hrs UK Local time via ProContract tender portal. If you require any clarifications on the tender documents, please submit these in writing via ProContract tender portal. The Council's responses to these clarification questions will be uploaded on the ProContract tender portal. Please note that ProContract, is the only portal that includes all the relevant documents required to respond to this opportunity, bearing Project Id: DN798425. No Tender submissions will be considered without completing the tender documents in full including attachments and returning them in alignment with the instructions within the tender document.

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