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Provision of a Neolithic Research Project - "Neolithic Landscapes of the Dead"

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Orkney Islands Council is currently undertaking the procurement process for a project titled "Provision of a Neolithic Research Project – “Neolithic Landscapes of the Dead”". This initiative falls within the services category, specifically focused on archaeological research, and is set in Kirkwall, UK. The procurement process has been initiated via an open procedure and is currently active. The deadline for tender submissions is 25th October 2019, with the award period commencing on 28th October 2019. The estimated total financial value of the contract is £60,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in archaeological research, community engagement, or educational services, particularly those with expertise in Neolithic studies and a commitment to local community involvement. Companies that can provide innovative interpretation strategies or conduct public workshops related to the project would be particularly well-suited to participate. As Orkney seeks to enhance tourism and public interest in its archaeological heritage, businesses that collaborate with local communities and heritage organisations may find favourable growth prospects through this contract.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Neolithic Research Project - "Neolithic Landscapes of the Dead"

Notice Description

The North Isles Landscape Partnership Scheme (NILPS) has funding to deliver an archaeological research and interpretation project focusing on selected Neolithic tombs of the North Isles of Orkney.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Neolithic archaeology of Orkney is outstanding and includes some of the most important sites in North West Europe. In 1999 a number of sites and monuments on Mainland were awarded World Heritage Site status. This listing has raised the archaeological profile of Mainland Orkney and resulted in an increase in tourism. This contrasts with the picture emerging in the North Isles of Orkney, where communities have not seen such an obvious benefit from the UNESCO World Heritage listing. There is a wealth of Neolithic archaeology in the North Isles and this includes numerous burial tombs - many that have not been excavated using contemporary techniques. Some of these tombs have little or no interpretation associated with them and are visited relatively infrequently. An important part of this project is to provide an opportunity for isles residents to assist in archaeological research and learn about the Neolithic tombs on their island. Community engagement opportunities could include evening classes or workshops, training days and walks and talks. The research undertaken will form the basis for interpretation material that may take a digital or physical form and that highlights tombs across the isles. The interpretation could take the form of a 'Neolithic Landscapes of the Dead' trail.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000597943
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB380154
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71351914 - Archaeological services

73110000 - Research services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£59,098 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Nov 20196 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2019 - 29 Apr 2022 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
bruce.pinkerton@orkney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01856873535

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ORKNEY RESEARCH CENTRE FOR ARCHAEOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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