--- title: "Volunteering in Archives: Call for desk-based research in digital volunteering offers" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b60200fb-9bd8-4247-b2c6-bf2efb0c2465" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b60200fb-9bd8-4247-b2c6-bf2efb0c2465" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b60200fb-9bd8-4247-b2c6-bf2efb0c2465.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b60200fb-9bd8-4247-b2c6-bf2efb0c2465.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HISTORIC ENGLAND" published: "2021-08-12" --- # Volunteering in Archives: Call for desk-based research in digital volunteering offers Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b60200fb-9bd8-4247-b2c6-bf2efb0c2465 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b60200fb-9bd8-4247-b2c6-bf2efb0c2465) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b60200fb-9bd8-4247-b2c6-bf2efb0c2465.json) ## Summary The procurement process, initiated by Historic England, invites tenders for research services under the title "Volunteering in Archives: Call for desk-based research in digital volunteering offers". This opportunity falls within the category of research and development services, particularly focusing on enhancing volunteer engagement in photography archives. The submission deadline for this tender is 9th September 2021, with a contract period commencing on 16th September 2021 and concluding on 17th December 2021. This open procurement process is aimed at gathering insights that will be utilised to expand volunteer opportunities within the Historic England Archive, located in Swindon, United Kingdom. This tender presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in research consultancy, social research, or services related to the heritage and cultural sectors. Businesses with expertise in archival services, market research, and volunteer engagement strategies are especially well-suited to compete. By participating in this project, firms can help to shape volunteer experiences and potentially influence best practices in the heritage sector, thereby establishing a foothold in this niche market. ## Notice Historic England Archive is looking for an external consultant to carry out supporting desk-based research into the volunteer experience and opportunities in photography archives across the heritage sector and present a written report of the findings. We are seeking to identify transferable ways of expanding a volunteer community at Historic England Archive that embraces digital opportunities and demonstrates benefits to volunteer wellbeing. The report will provide preliminary evidence, contributing to our work planning and equipping for growing volunteer opportunities with the Historic England Archive. The report will also be made available through open access to the wider sector. Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity should register at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historic-england/aspx/Home in orderto express interest and download documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e34fb7c9-8110-41ba-887a-ec0857cbb35e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 16 Sep 2021 - 17 Dec 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 73110000 - Research services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 73210000 - Research consultancy services - 79310000 - Market research services - 79315000 - Social research services - 79961000 - Photographic services - 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services - 92510000 - Library and archive services - 92512000 - Archive services ## Release History - 12 Aug 2021 at 14:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e34fb7c9-8110-41ba-887a-ec0857cbb35e - 12 Aug 2021 at 14:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e34fb7c9-8110-41ba-887a-ec0857cbb35e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e34fb7c9-8110-41ba-887a-ec0857cbb35e 12th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historic-england/aspx/Home Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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