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title: "Dive Framework - Operation Dynamo sites - AWARD"
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# Dive Framework - Operation Dynamo sites - AWARD

Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a7fd69cf-fe3d-474a-8039-b5e4f3e1c42a

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## Summary

Historic England has awarded a contract titled "Dive Framework - Operation Dynamo sites - AWARD" for marine research services, specifically focusing on assessing the remains of two vessels from Operation Dynamo in territorial waters adjacent to England. The project will be carried out in various locations including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, and Europe, among others. The procurement followed a restricted procedure and is in the award stage, with MSDS Marine Ltd being the chosen supplier. The tender period concluded on 25th June 2024, and the contract period spans from 18th July 2024 to 31st March 2025. Key dates to note include the award date on 25th July 2024 and the publication date on 30th July 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine research and archaeological investigation, particularly those experienced in handling historic shipwrecks and maritime heritage. Large enterprises with the capability to engage in comprehensive marine assessments will find this project aligned with their expertise. As the project involves extensive research and assessment, businesses with strong analytical, diving, and maritime skills are well-suited to compete and leverage this opportunity for growth and establishing themselves as key players in the marine research sector.

## Notice

Following on from the successful collaboration with Drassm in 2023 to investigate shipwrecks relating to the withdrawal of troops from Dunkirk during Operation Dynamo, Historic England are seeking to assess the remains of two vessels that took part in Operation Dynamo that lie in territorial waters adjacent to England.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e52408d-e05c-4acf-88b6-28d1d731e13f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 17 Jul 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £26,751 |
| 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 | HISTORIC ENGLAND |
| Locality | WILTSHIRE |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 2EH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Mannington and Western |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MSDS MARINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2024 at 10:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e52408d-e05c-4acf-88b6-28d1d731e13f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e52408d-e05c-4acf-88b6-28d1d731e13f
  30th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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