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title: "Supply and installation of Computed Radiography scanner for the purpose of X-raying cultural heritage material classed as non-destructive testing - AWARD"
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# Supply and installation of Computed Radiography scanner for the purpose of X-raying cultural heritage material classed as non-destructive testing - AWARD

Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b384e04d-122e-4ae5-a354-49767e55cbe3

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## Summary

The procurement process undertaken by Historic England involves the supply and installation of a Computed Radiography scanner aimed at X-raying cultural heritage material classified as non-destructive testing (NDT). This tender, which has completed its contracting phase, had a total budget of £120,000, facilitated through an open procedure. The contract period commenced on 15 November 2020 and concluded on 28 February 2021. The delivery address for the equipment is located at Fort Cumberland, Fort Cumberland Road, Eastney, Portsmouth, PO4 9LD.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in X-ray inspection equipment, particularly those involved in the cultural heritage and archaeological sectors. Suppliers that can deliver high-quality non-destructive testing technology are well-suited to compete, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The expectation for competitive bids from Historic England encourages suppliers to provide innovative solutions that align with the organisation's objectives in preserving and analysing cultural assets.

## Notice

(NDT)This Invitation to Tender covers the supply of Computed Radiography (CR) equipment for the purpose of X-raying cultural heritage (archaeological) material classed as non-destructive testing (NDT) (see 1.3 Background Information for further detail). The equipment is to be supplied to Historic England, Fort Cumberland, Fort Cumberland Road, Eastney, Portsmouth PO4 9LD. The total budget available for this requirement is PS120k including any taxes; however as a public body Historic England expects suppliers to always submit their most competitive bid.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62f4edf1-cea8-4062-85b9-bb8a2c7ddba1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Nov 2020 |
| Contract period | 15 Nov 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £91,772 |
| 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 | SWINDON |
| 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 | SONATEST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 38582000 - X-ray inspection equipment
- 92520000 - Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings

## Release History

- 18 Aug 2021 at 14:16 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62f4edf1-cea8-4062-85b9-bb8a2c7ddba1
- 18 Aug 2021 at 14:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62f4edf1-cea8-4062-85b9-bb8a2c7ddba1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62f4edf1-cea8-4062-85b9-bb8a2c7ddba1
  18th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historic-england/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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