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title: "Scoping Study (2)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-79bcc619-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b"
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# Scoping Study (2)

Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-79bcc619-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The National Archives in Kew, England, has successfully completed a tender titled "Scoping Study (2)" aimed at addressing major archival digital research challenges on an international scale. The award was made on 27th August 2015, with a contract value of £21,895. The initial procurement process was conducted to appoint a supplier to deliver a comprehensive study, including a gap analysis to establish a baseline for future research activities, which was to be completed by 31st March 2016. The procurement method was classified as "Not applicable", and the industry focused on research and development services.

This award presents a valuable opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), that specialise in research consultancy and digital archiving solutions. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in developing methodologies for research studies and a comprehensive understanding of digital challenges would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders in the future. Engaging with the National Archives could facilitate growth for firms looking to expand their footprint in the public sector and enhance their visibility in the research and development industry.

## Notice

TNA wishes to appoint a supplier to produce a study to scope major archival digital research challenges internationally, and to deliver a gap analysis to understand the current state-of-play, in order to establish a baseline for our future research activities. Written in plain English, the scoping study will draw on national and international research to identify key trends and major digital research challenges. Outlining a clear methodology with identified deliverables at each stage, the successful supplier will balance scope and value for money.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99478c49-e86d-4f84-87b6-a4962b22b71c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2015 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Aug 2015 |
| Contract period | 26 Aug 2015 - 31 Mar 2016 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £21,895 |
| 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 | THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES |
| Locality | KEW |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 4DU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DARRYL MEAD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2018 at 11:59 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99478c49-e86d-4f84-87b6-a4962b22b71c
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99478c49-e86d-4f84-87b6-a4962b22b71c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99478c49-e86d-4f84-87b6-a4962b22b71c
  5th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9d69c8d8-9719-4c2c-9bc3-2429bc9efd11
  ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4906cd55-9e77-426e-a85a-1992e77e2023
  ITT

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