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Archaeological Workforce Implications of Climate Change Focused Infrastructure Projects in England - UID 163 (9574)

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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27 Nov 2025 at 15:38

Summary of the contracting process

Historic England is inviting tenders for a project titled "Archaeological Workforce Implications of Climate Change Focused Infrastructure Projects in England". The procurement, classified under environmental engineering consultancy services, requires the mapping and analysis of current and planned climate change projects and the corresponding workforce needs. It is at the active tender stage with an open procurement method, below the threshold for open competition. The tender process is located in the United Kingdom, specifically in Swindon, with key dates including an enquiry period deadline on 19th December 2025 and a tender submission deadline on 5th January 2026. The project, valued at £60,000, is set to commence on 1st February 2026 and run until 31st January 2027, with a potential three-month extension.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental impact assessments, urban planning, business development consultancy, and design consultancy services. Companies that can provide innovative solutions and strategic insights into the archaeological workforce requirements within the context of climate change projects are well-positioned to benefit. As the project focuses on developing sustainable professional practices and sector planning in line with Historic England's strategic priorities, businesses with expertise in workforce training and development will find this an ideal procurement opportunity to expand their services and gain exposure in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Archaeological Workforce Implications of Climate Change Focused Infrastructure Projects in England - UID 163 (9574)

Notice Description

This project will examine the potential impact that the increasing number of infrastructure projects, focused on reacting to or mitigating for climate change, may have on the archaeological workforce in England. This will be undertaken through 2 stages: Stage 1 will focus on mapping current and planned climate change focused infrastructure projects and identifying the archaeological workforce requirements, roles, and skills needed for engagement with these initiatives; and analysing the potential workforce implications of this. Stage 2 will identify any current and anticipated training provision required for working on such projects; that is not delivered through existing standard archaeological workforce training (e.g. degree courses, apprenticeships) and make recommendations as to where there may be gaps that need to be filled. The project aims to produce a repeatable methodology for approximating workforce need for such projects, a comprehensive report and actionable guidance, directly supporting sector planning and the development of sustainable professional practice in line with Historic England's strategic priorities. For full details please see the attached brief and ITT

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ea65
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077789-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

71313400 - Environmental impact assessment for construction

71410000 - Urban planning services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HISTORIC ENGLAND
Contact Name
Sheena Charrett
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

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