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title: "Provision of Strategic Archaeological Advice"
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# Provision of Strategic Archaeological Advice

Buyer: EAST WEST RAIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a4a2d77b-4582-4629-9c97-5b1247dad44d

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## Summary

East West Rail has completed the procurement process for the provision of strategic archaeological advice, valued at £180,000. The contract, which falls under the category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services, involves the provision of advice related to archaeological surveys. The procurement was handled through a direct, single tender action below the threshold, and has been awarded to Stephen Sherlock Services Ltd. The procurement's timeline includes a tender period that ended on 29th October 2024, and the contract runs from 1st November 2024 to 31st October 2029. The services will be provided primarily in the South East region, with a central office located in Milton Keynes, UK.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in archaeological surveys, strategic advisory services, and related disciplines within the architectural and engineering sectors. Companies with expertise in these areas and capacity to provide high-level strategic advice are well-suited for similar future opportunities. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can especially benefit from such tenders, aligning with the procurement suitability criteria. Given the substantial contract value and long-term engagement, this procurement could lead to more collaborative projects and broader market visibility for the successful business.

## Notice

Provision of advice in relation to archaeological surveys Additional information: CT4119

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0350c999-97af-45e1-b78a-fcc4a30c85b7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £180,000 |
| 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 | EAST WEST RAIL |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK9 1EN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Central Milton Keynes |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STEPHEN SHERLOCK SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 15 Nov 2024 at 16:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0350c999-97af-45e1-b78a-fcc4a30c85b7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0350c999-97af-45e1-b78a-fcc4a30c85b7
  15th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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