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title: "Interpretation Evaluation Research 2024/25"
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# Interpretation Evaluation Research 2024/25

Buyer: ENGLISH HERITAGE TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d643ccf9-f583-4755-89f6-0b4cd720ef93

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## Summary

The English Heritage Trust has completed a procurement process titled "Interpretation Evaluation Research 2024/25," focused on market research services in the cultural heritage sector in England. This tender, identified by MR27/1, aimed to evaluate various interpretation projects under a framework developed in 2023. The process involved a competitive quotation method, and the contract was awarded to MEL Research Limited. The contract period spans from 17 June 2024 to 13 December 2024, with key milestones including an evaluation of projects like Belsay Hall, Dover Castle, Grimes Graves, and Chesters Roman Fort. Applications were concluded by 6 June 2024, and the project, valued at £30,000, is essential for refining and reporting on these heritage initiatives.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in market research and evaluation within the heritage sector. Businesses that focus on data-driven analysis and possess robust frameworks for project evaluation are well suited for such contracts. Smaller enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, providing them with a platform to showcase their expertise to prominent organisations like English Heritage Trust. Engaging in this nature of work allows businesses to expand their portfolio, collaborate on high-profile projects, and contribute to the conservation and promotion of national heritage sites.

## Notice

The role of this research is to evaluate the 2024 Interpretation projects according to the framework developed in 2023. This will include a review of the framework to implement 'lessons learned' from last year's pilot and identify any refinements needed to cater for this year's projects. The projects for inclusion in the research are: * Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens: New site-wide interpretation as part of the Belsay Awakes project * Dover Castle: The Dover Castle: Under Siege project. * Grimes Graves - Prehistoric Flint Mine: The Grimes Graves Project * Chesters Roman Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall: Bridget Atkinson's Shell Collection More information about each project is provided in the appendix, and full briefings on all projects will be given to the successful agency on appointment. Ideally these will be accompanied by site tours. 2. RESEARCH OBJECTIVES The overarching objectives of this research are: * Part 1 (10-20%): A review and refining of last year's evaluation approach, to be carried out with English Heritage's Interpretation and Insight teams and covering 'lessons learned' and questions arising from last year's research. * Part 2: (80%-90%): Evaluation of the 2024 projects using the Interpretation Evaluation framework. This will need to include both evaluations of the individual projects and an overall 'national' report to feed into KPI reporting. Applications to be submitted by email to megan.ibbotson@english-heritage.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/feae5f7c-ec88-439f-ba0c-f3296b366e59 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jun 2024 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2024 - 13 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 | ENGLISH HERITAGE TRUST |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2V 7AN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Bassishaw |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MEL RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2024 at 10:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/feae5f7c-ec88-439f-ba0c-f3296b366e59

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/feae5f7c-ec88-439f-ba0c-f3296b366e59
  22nd October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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