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title: "National Archaeological Archives Contingent Valuation Study - AWARD"
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# National Archaeological Archives Contingent Valuation Study - AWARD

Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6a518450-fd32-4d65-bddf-b0639131ce9d

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## Summary

The tender process led by Historic England, titled "National Archaeological Archives Contingent Valuation Study - AWARD", pertains to the market research services industry. The study aims to estimate public willingness to pay for a national archaeological archive through a survey of 2,000 individuals across England. This initiative addresses a critical shortage of storage for archaeological archives and seeks to raise awareness of their value. The procurement process, completed under an open procedure, culminated with an award issued on 9th September 2024, with the contract period running from 16th September 2024 to 31st October 2024. The contract's total value is £12,300, and it was awarded to Darmax Research Limited.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses involved in market research, particularly those with experience in contingent valuation methodologies. SMEs and VCSEs are specifically encouraged, indicating a deliberate effort to involve a diverse range of providers. By participating, businesses not only gain from the immediate contract but also secure a role in influencing future archaeological and cultural heritage funding policies, thus potentially opening doors to further related contracts and visibility within the sector.

## Notice

Archaeological archives in the UK are facing a critical shortage of storage capacity by 2027, which threatens the preservation of historical remains. This project aims to gather essential data on the public's economic valuation and willingness to pay for an archaeological national archive. The project will use the Contingent Valuation method to estimate public willingness to pay through a survey of 2,000 people across England. Additionally, the project seeks to raise public awareness about the importance of preserving archaeological archives alongside other economic valuations of archaeology. This will be published through the Culture Heritage Capital programme (CHC) and will likely influence private and public sector decisions. Archaeological archives hold significant cultural, educational, and non-market value but face funding challenges due to market failures. This study, aligned with the CHC programme, will provide a quantitative valuation of public support, aiding in policy and funding efforts. This brief is for the collection of survey data only. The data will be analysed by Historic England's economic team to estimate the public's willingness to pay, thereby being cost-effective and cheaper than consultants.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6275dfc2-70f0-42f3-aaee-97f0e35945dc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,300 |
| 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 | DARMAX RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 19 Sep 2024 at 12:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6275dfc2-70f0-42f3-aaee-97f0e35945dc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6275dfc2-70f0-42f3-aaee-97f0e35945dc
  19th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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