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DA - National Blue Plaques: Community Research Partner (North East, Yorkshire and North West) (UID 251M)

HISTORIC ENGLAND

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27 Apr 2026 at 10:26

Summary of the contracting process

Historic England, a public authority within the central government, has engaged in a procurement process to recruit a community research partner for the National Blue Plaques Scheme, focusing on the regions of North East, Yorkshire, and North West. The contract, identified by UID 251M, aims to identify and research individuals, groups, or events for commemoration. This tender falls under the 'services' industry category, specifically focusing on research services and research consultancy services. The procurement was executed through a direct method without competition, as it is below threshold. The contract, valued at £20,000, details a completion period from 13th April 2026 to 31st December 2026, with significant activities having commenced in April 2026.

The awarded contract presents an opportunity for businesses in research services and consultancy to engage with Historic England in culturally significant initiatives. Organisations with expertise in historical research, particularly those operating in or near northern regions of England, are well-positioned to contribute meaningfully to this project. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and community organisations specialising in cultural and historical consultancy can leverage this partnership to showcase their capabilities and strengthen their portfolio within the public sector. The selected supplier, Pride of Romany CIC, illustrates the potential for community-focused businesses to align interests and grow through collaboration with governmental bodies.

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Notice Title

DA - National Blue Plaques: Community Research Partner (North East, Yorkshire and North West) (UID 251M)

Notice Description

The recruitment of a community organisation that can identify and research individuals, groups or events that could be commemorated through the National Blue Plaque Scheme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068b63
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037941-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 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
HISTORIC ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRIDE OF ROMANY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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