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RFQ - Technical retrofit training for architects, surveyors, and SPAB helpline (UID 146)

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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04 Dec 2025 at 21:42

Summary of the contracting process

Historic England, a public authority within the sub-central government sector, is seeking to commission trainers for an online workshop series focused on technical retrofit training for architects, surveyors, and the SPAB helpline. The procurement process is at the tender stage under an open competition model with submissions accepted electronically until 15th December 2025. The workshops aim to enhance understanding of Historic England's Advice Note 18, which addresses adapting historic buildings for energy and carbon efficiency. The initiative forms part of a broader learning programme, and interested bidders can find further details and submit responses through the provided procurement system link. The workshops will be delivered to Historic England's team in the United Kingdom, catering specifically to the education and training services, building consultancy services, and preservation of historical buildings categories.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in technical training, building consultancy, and heritage preservation to expand their reach and strengthen relationships within the public sector. With quality weighted at 70% for awarding contracts, companies with strong experience and expertise in building performance evaluation and adapting historic buildings will be well-placed to compete. As the workshops are part of a strategic programme aiming to foster skills and confidence among Historic England staff, there is potential for long-term collaboration and recognition from a reputed buyer in the industry. The contract period will commence on 12th January 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2026, providing a suitable timeline for effective training delivery. Businesses adept at navigating open competition processes and those with a robust portfolio aligned with Historic England's values will find this tender particularly rewarding.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ - Technical retrofit training for architects, surveyors, and SPAB helpline (UID 146)

Notice Description

Historic England seeks to commission trainers with technical expertise in building performance evaluation to design and deliver online workshops. These workshops are for Historic England staff and will support knowledge and confidence in the application of Historic England's Advice Note (HEAN) 18 Adapting Historic Buildings for Energy and Carbon Efficiency, released in summer 2024. These workshops will be part of a wider learning programme Historic England are developing to support the application of HEAN18.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ef38
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079950-2025
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

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

80 - Education and training services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

71315200 - Building consultancy services

80000000 - Education and training services

92522200 - Preservation services of historical buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£10,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 2025Today
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

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