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title: "Condition Surveys for Fabric and M&E of the Historic England Archive (NP 268) - AWARD"
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# Condition Surveys for Fabric and M&E of the Historic England Archive (NP 268) - AWARD

Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2a9c6397-c6d2-42ee-a52a-d26fd01cafa6

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## Summary

Historic England has recently completed the tender process for commissioning condition surveys of the Historic England Archive in Wiltshire, under the procurement title "Condition Surveys for Fabric and M&E of the Historic England Archive (NP 268) - AWARD". The procurement falls under the "Advisory architectural services" category and covers a broad geographical scope, including the United Kingdom and other regions such as the Channel Islands and British Overseas Territories. The contract began on 11 August 2025 and will conclude on 16 November 2025. This award stage marks the culmination of the procurement method classified as "Other", realizing Historic England's goal of understanding required repairs and potential interventions for decarbonisation over the next 5 to 10 years.

This contract represents significant opportunities for firms specializing in architectural advisory services, especially those adept at evaluating heritage properties and proposing sustainable renovations. The awarded supplier, Simpson & Brown LLP, exemplifies the calibre of professionals suitable for accessing similar projects that focus on the preservation and modernisation of historical archives. Such professionals stand to benefit from the evolving market demands for expertise in sustainable enhancements and the ability to accurately quantify costs associated with renovations and decarbonisation efforts. Business growth can stem from the ability to meet these intricate and specialised requirements, expanding the reach and reputation within the heritage refurbishment sector.

## Notice

Historic England is seeking to commission an appropriately qualified and experienced professional to assess the existing condition of the Historic England Archive Store. The condition survey will support Historic England in understanding what repairs and wholesale replacement for end of life systems or elements of the building are required over the next 5-10 years. It will also be used to inform an options appraisal of potential interventions to decarbonise the Archive Store. It should also seek to prioritise these repairs and provide estimates on the cost for the materials and labour.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16c20aa4-e8ae-4f59-87b1-f76d8cad3826 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Aug 2025 - 16 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,560 |
| 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 | SIMPSON & BROWN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71210000 - Advisory architectural services

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2025 at 09:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16c20aa4-e8ae-4f59-87b1-f76d8cad3826

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16c20aa4-e8ae-4f59-87b1-f76d8cad3826
  13th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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