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title: "TENDER FOR THE DE-JACKETING, CONSERVATION, PREPARATION, MOUNTING & DIGITISATION OF THE RUTLAND ICHTHYOSAUR"
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# TENDER FOR THE DE-JACKETING, CONSERVATION, PREPARATION, MOUNTING & DIGITISATION OF THE RUTLAND ICHTHYOSAUR

Buyer: WELLAND PROCUREMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a4f17187-a94b-4e2b-b7fe-e057adf8b446

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## Summary

Rutland County Council (RCC) is seeking experienced providers for the de-jacketing, conservation, preparation, mounting, and digitisation of the Rutland Ichthyosaur fossil. This procurement, facilitated by Welland Procurement, falls under the industry category of Archaeological Services. The open procedure tender process has a submission deadline of 20th September 2024 at 12 noon, with the contract commencing on 21st October 2024 and concluding on 30th September 2026. The total budget for this project is £800,000. The project is located in England, United Kingdom, and the associated CPV code is 71351914.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for companies proficient in fossil conservation and 3D digitisation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. The comprehensive nature of the project, requiring meticulous handling of fossil materials and high standards of digitisation, makes this an ideal contract for specialist firms in archaeological services. Engaging in this project can enhance a business’s portfolio and provide substantial professional experience in a prestigious field supported by the Levelling Up Fund.

## Notice

Rutland County Council (RCC), with a grant received from the Levelling Up Fund, is seeking tender submissions from providers with proven experience in fossil conservation and 3D digitisation for the comprehensive de-jacketing, conservation, preparation, mounting and associated digitisation of the Ichthyosaur fossil. This process involves detailed handling of delicate fossil material currently encased in plaster-of-paris field jackets. The successful provider will be able to complete the work by the end of March 2026. This tender document outlines the scope, specifications and deliverables expected from prospective Contractors. Further information on the requirement and relevant performance standards are available within the Specification. The anticipated contract commencement date is 21 Oct 2024. The Council proposes to enter one contract commencing on 21 Oct 2024 with the preferred supplier, ending on 30 September 2026. The budget for this contract is PS800,000 in its entirety (exclusive of VAT). Please Note: The Council reserves the right to reject any submissions that are over budget without further evaluation. The opportunity can be found on the ProContract procurement portal under reference number DN739591. Tenders are to be submitted by no later than 12 noon on 20th September 2024.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba05f455-4ea6-4a28-909c-3f09f18147af |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| 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 | WELLAND PROCUREMENT |
| Locality | MELTON MOWBRAY |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE13 1GH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Melton |
| Electoral ward | Melton Warwick |
| Westminster constituency | Melton and Syston |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351914 - Archaeological services

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2024 at 13:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba05f455-4ea6-4a28-909c-3f09f18147af

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba05f455-4ea6-4a28-909c-3f09f18147af
  21st August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.melton.gov.uk/council_and_democracy/selling_to_the_council.aspx

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