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title: "Coastal Partners - Archaeological, Heritage & Associated Services Multi-Supplier Framework Agreement"
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# Coastal Partners - Archaeological, Heritage & Associated Services Multi-Supplier Framework Agreement

Buyer: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7634b611-f47d-43ef-9ed0-97635b37b1cc

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## Summary

Portsmouth City Council is currently overseeing a tender titled "Coastal Partners - Archaeological, Heritage & Associated Services Multi-Supplier Framework Agreement," aimed at procuring archaeological and heritage services. The procurement process is in the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 12th February 2021. The agreement is projected to be awarded on 17th March 2021, and it is proposed to last for an initial term of four years, with potential extensions up to eight years. The estimated total contract value ranges from £250,000 to £750,000, with typical commissions valued at £20,000 to £40,000 and two to three commissions expected annually. Located in Hampshire, UK, the procurement will adhere to the Open Procedure as defined by the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in archaeological and heritage services to expand their operations within the UK. Companies with expertise in related fields such as construction supervision, environmental impact assessment, and geophysical surveys would be well-positioned to compete for these contracts. With the framework enabling multiple suppliers, there is potential for ongoing commissions, allowing successful bidders to establish long-term relationships with Portsmouth City Council and the Coastal Partners, thereby fostering business growth and enhancing service offerings in the heritage sector.

## Notice

Portsmouth City Council ('the council'), on behalf of the Coastal Partners, is inviting tenders from suitably qualified and experienced consultants for inclusion onto a multi-supplier framework agreement for the provision of Archaeological & Heritage services. Award of the agreement is targeted for 17th March 2021 and will run for an initial term of 4 years extendable in increments to be agreed to a maximum total term of 8 years. The agreement will be used to provide archaeological & heritage services. The estimated value of work in totality that could be let via the framework agreement may range from ?250,000 - ?750,000. Average call off value will be in the range of ?20,000 - ?40,000 and typically between two and three commissions a year. The framework agreement will be established using, in part the evaluation of tenders submitted for the following two live Coastal Partnership projects: o North Portsea Island Scheme - phase 5 (Project 1) - Estimated value of initial work is not expected to exceed ?25,000 (up to ?45,000 if continued to construction phase). Let under an NEC 4 - Professional Services Short Contract. o Langstone FCERM Scheme (Project 2) - Estimated value of initial work is not expected to exceed ?20,000. (up to ?45,000 if continued to construction phase). Let under an NEC 4 - Professional Services Contract. It is intended the live projects will be awarded to the highest scoring supplier on an individual project basis, The consultant who achieves the highest score, plus the next ranking successful consultants up to a maximum total number of 4 will be appointed to the framework agreement. The Council will run the procurement procedure in accordance with the Open Procedure as defined within the Public Contracts Regulations (2015) to the following timetable: o Clarification request deadline: 05.02.2021 23:59 o Bidders briefing: 27.01.2021 14:00 o Tender return deadline: 12.02.2021 14:00 o Interview period: 01.03.2021 - 02.03.2021 o Preferred bidders notification: 05.03.2021 o Framework / contract award: 17.03.2021 Application is via submission of tenders by 12th February 2021 14:00 via the Council's e-sourcing solution InTend. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1e07479-f93c-4e51-a624-d7f7fc340b81 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Mar 2021 - 17 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 2AL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites
- 71313400 - Environmental impact assessment for construction
- 71313410 - Risk or hazard assessment for construction
- 71351000 - Geological, geophysical and other scientific prospecting services
- 71351700 - Scientific prospecting services
- 71351720 - Geophysical surveys of archaeological sites
- 71351810 - Topographical services
- 71351811 - Topographical surveys of archaeological sites
- 71351910 - Geology services
- 71351914 - Archaeological services
- 71351920 - Oceanography and hydrology services
- 71352000 - Subsurface surveying services
- 71355000 - Surveying services
- 71356400 - Technical planning services
- 71510000 - Site-investigation services
- 71520000 - Construction supervision services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 90712000 - Environmental planning
- 90712300 - Marine conservation strategy planning

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2021 at 18:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1e07479-f93c-4e51-a624-d7f7fc340b81

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1e07479-f93c-4e51-a624-d7f7fc340b81
  13th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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