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title: "Nottingham Castle Project Archaeological Services (CPU 3179)"
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# Nottingham Castle Project Archaeological Services (CPU 3179)

Buyer: NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-69140c30-0612-4cb0-b3cc-1d91f269a983

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## Summary

The Nottingham City Council is seeking contractors for the "Nottingham Castle Project Archaeological Services" as part of an open procurement process. This tender falls under the services category, specifically archaeological services, with a total contract value of £150,000. The tender period ended on 31 August 2018, and the initial contract commenced on 17 September 2018, running until 16 September 2020. The services will be provided at various locations within the East Midlands, United Kingdom, and are linked to a series of archaeological works anticipated to be conducted within the project site.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in archaeological services, particularly those engaged in heritage and site management. Businesses that specialise in heritage conservation, archaeological excavation, and related services would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in such projects not only allows for direct contract awards but also enhances reputation and experience in managing public sector contracts, thereby fostering growth in this specialised industry.

## Notice

Nottingham City Council is seeking tenders from sufficiently experienced and qualified contractors for the provision of Services. As part of the Nottingham Castle Project a programme of archaeological works is required to satisfy the conditions of planning permission and Scheduled Monument Consent. The development works requiring archaeological mitigation consist of: a new Visitor Centre in the Outer Bailey; installation of adventure play equipment within the inner ditch; installation of new services across the site; hardscaping and landscaping; repairs to standing buildings; works within the caves; works within the Ducal Palace. The detailed requirements are defined in the Specification section.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96cb30dc-df29-4b2d-be01-15404cad9674 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 23 Sep 2018 - 23 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £169,937 |
| 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 | NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG2 3NG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham East |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRENT AND PEAK ARCHAEOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351914 - Archaeological services

## Release History

- 17 Sep 2018 at 10:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96cb30dc-df29-4b2d-be01-15404cad9674

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96cb30dc-df29-4b2d-be01-15404cad9674
  17th September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=9909aef4-d694-e811-80ed-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk

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