Tender

25117 Mould remediation in Cambridgeshire Archive

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 16:50

Summary of the contracting process

Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking a specialist provider for the "25117 Mould remediation in Cambridgeshire Archive" project. This tender falls under the industry categories of Library, Archive, Museum, and Preservation services. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with proposals due by 27th February 2026 at 12:00 GMT. The location for the delivery of these services is the Cambridgeshire area, with the contract period slated from 6th April 2026 to 5th October 2026. The procurement method is an open competition below the EU threshold, with a total contract value of £85,000 gross, of which £70,000 is the net amount.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in archival conservation and heritage preservation to expand their portfolio. Companies with a proven track record in mould remediation and the capability to conserve the integrity of historical records are ideally suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, providing they can ensure the effective removal of mould while preserving the materials' physical and chemical properties. The procurement process is designed to equally weigh the criteria of price and quality, offering a fair chance for businesses that prioritise excellence in service and competitive pricing.

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Notice Title

25117 Mould remediation in Cambridgeshire Archive

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking a specialist and established Provider, with the proven track record and expertise of the remediation of mould from archival materials held by Cambridgeshire County Council. The materials are of historical and evidential value, and the contractor must demonstrate appropriate conservation expertise and facilities. The Authority is looking for the successful bidder to deliver on all requirement of removing the mould from the quantity of items as described: * 550 large format volumes belonging to Cambridgeshire Archives * 312 Notice books belonging to Cambridgeshire Registration Service * 458 registers belonging to Cambridgeshire Registration Service The Contractor must achieve complete removal of active mould and contamination while preserving the physical and chemical integrity of all collection materials. Treatments must not compromise the legibility, structure, or long-term stability of the items. The successful bidder must ensure that all treated items are free from active mould and residual contamination.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06126c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008229-2026
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92510000 - Library and archive services

92521000 - Museum services

92522100 - Preservation services of historical sites

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Apr 2026 - 5 Oct 2026 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
CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementandcommercial@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ALCONBURY WEALD, HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE28 4YE
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
The Stukeleys
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

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