25117 Mould remediation in Cambridgeshire Archive

CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

21 May 2026 at 14:29

Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 16:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for mould remediation in the Cambridgeshire Archives, organised by Cambridgeshire County Council, has successfully reached the Award stage. The contract, titled "25117 Mould remediation in Cambridgeshire Archive," falls under the Library and Archive Services category and is intended to take place in the region of Alconbury Weald, Huntingdon (UKH12). The procurement method chosen was an open competition below the threshold. The award was completed on 21st May 2026, with the contract covering services from 1st June 2026 to 30th November 2026. Cambridgeshire County Council, acting as the buyer, selected Max Communications Ltd as the supplier, provisioning a contract valued at £85,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs, especially those with specialised expertise in conservation and archival restoration services. Businesses with capabilities in mould remediation, particularly those accustomed to handling materials of historical significance, would find this contract perfectly suited to their services. The open competition method opens the door for a wide range of businesses to participate, encouraging innovation and the dissemination of best practices in preserving archival materials. Furthermore, given the need for specialised skills, companies who focus on preservation and conservation of historical records can leverage their experience to secure such contracts and expand their service portfolios.

How relevant is this notice?

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/047256-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£85,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MAX COMMUNICATIONS

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