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title: "A Study of Architectural Measures used to Reduce Overheating - Literature Review and Analysis - AWARD"
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# A Study of Architectural Measures used to Reduce Overheating - Literature Review and Analysis - AWARD

Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0733a1d9-1c16-4433-b9db-c2507930a29b

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## Summary

Historic England, located in Swindon, Wiltshire, has completed an open procurement process for a contract titled "A Study of Architectural Measures used to Reduce Overheating - Literature Review and Analysis - AWARD." This contract falls under the industry category of research services, with additional classifications including research consultancy and development services. The procurement process, which reached the award stage on 16 January 2025, concluded with a contract awarded to Architectural Thread LTD. The contract, worth GBP 15,000, is set to run from 20 January 2025 to 30 June 2025, and the services will be delivered across various regions, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The tender aimed to identify and evaluate historical and contemporary measures to reduce summertime overheating in buildings.

This tender opportunity is ideal for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those experienced in evaluating architectural and environmental measures. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would find this contract advantageous for showcasing their expertise in research consultancy. Moreover, companies with a background in social and economic research services would have been well-suited to compete, given the project's focus on assessing the technical practicality and impact of various measures. The opportunity provides a platform for businesses to contribute to significant research that could influence future architectural strategies and enhance their portfolio with a prestigious project commissioned by Historic England.

## Notice

o Undertake a literature review to identify a list of measures that were used in the past in the United Kingdom to reduce summertime overheating. The measures should not include design decisions based on location, exposure or orientation etc, or any measures that cannot be reintroduced or retrofitted to an existing building. o Undertake a literature review to identify a list of measures that were or continue to be used in Mediterranean climates to reduce summertime overheating. The measures should not include design decisions based on location, exposure or orientation etc, or any measures that cannot be reintroduced or retrofitted to an existing building. o Evaluate each of the identified measures in relation to its installation and use including its technical practicality and impact on the structure of the building, the fire risk, and its resilience to the risk of increased storm events, as well as any maintenance implications and longevity. More details can be found in the Invitation to Tender document

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec76dfb8-6cb3-4a64-b692-c4f30155bedc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HISTORIC ENGLAND |
| Locality | WILTSHIRE |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 2EH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Mannington and Western |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ARCHITECTURAL THREAD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 79311400 - Economic research services
- 79315000 - Social research services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2025 at 14:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec76dfb8-6cb3-4a64-b692-c4f30155bedc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec76dfb8-6cb3-4a64-b692-c4f30155bedc
  17th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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