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title: "RBGKEW1282 New Herbarium Project - Archeology Consultant"
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# RBGKEW1282 New Herbarium Project - Archeology Consultant

Buyer: BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92f5164b-c1c0-4827-a049-5c2856420681

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## Summary

The Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew (RBG Kew) has completed the procurement process for the project titled "RBGKEW1282 New Herbarium Project - Archeology Consultant," classified under Structural engineering consultancy services. The project location is at Kew Green, Richmond, TW9 3AB, England. The procurement method used was a direct, single tender action (below threshold). The contract was awarded on 2nd January 2024, with the contract period spanning from 5th January 2024 to 30th June 2025. The total value of the contract is £30,000 GBP.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in archaeology consultancy and building consultancy services. The project aims to assist with the planning application for the New Herbarium, providing SMEs and VCSEs an opportunity for growth through participation. RPS Consulting Services Limited, a recognised SME, has been successful in securing this contract, underlining the tender's suitability for smaller businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in structural and design consultancy within the strategic development of heritage and botanical projects.

## Notice

Archaeology consultancy service for the New Herbarium project to assist with the planning application.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29f5220e-1290-44c9-8c04-d6c69871fa68 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 5 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 | BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AB |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RPS CONSULTING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services
- 71315200 - Building consultancy services
- 71351914 - Archaeological services
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2025 at 14:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29f5220e-1290-44c9-8c04-d6c69871fa68

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29f5220e-1290-44c9-8c04-d6c69871fa68
  23rd January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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