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title: "RFQ - Archaeological Services - Finding Eanswythe: The Life and Afterlife of an Anglo-Saxon Saint - AWARD"
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# RFQ - Archaeological Services - Finding Eanswythe: The Life and Afterlife of an Anglo-Saxon Saint - AWARD

Buyer: CANTERBURY CHRIST CHURCH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dafbdac0-359f-4689-83cc-fdbe4e883ff5

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Canterbury Christ Church University seeking archaeological services for the community heritage project titled "Finding Eanswythe: The Life and Afterlife of an Anglo-Saxon Saint," which is aimed at enhancing public awareness and protection of Folkestone's heritage. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, having concluded the tender period on 11th August 2017. The project is set to commence on 4th September 2017 and will run until 31st December 2018, with the activities focused in Folkestone, Kent. This tender falls under the category of archaeological services, including excavation work and geophysical surveys of archaeological sites.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological services, particularly those accredited by CIFA. Companies engaged in community archaeology and heritage projects will find this an excellent avenue for growth, as they can contribute to the important work of promoting and protecting local history. With the project involving collaboration with various entities, including local authorities and community groups, this is ideal for both small and medium-sized enterprises looking to expand their footprint in the heritage sector.

## Notice

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is for a community heritage project which aims to enhance public awareness, promotion, and protection, of Folkestone's rich, yet undervalued heritage. Saint Eanswythe is the focal point around which this project revolves; she lived at a pivotal time and place in the early history of Anglo-Saxon England. This project is led by Canterbury Christ Church University in collaboration with a range of organisations and groups including Folkestone People's History Centre, Folkestone Research and Archaeology Group, local schools and colleges, local authorities, community, history and heritage groups. The project is based in Folkestone, Kent, and its surrounding hinterland. The project is seeking to recruit archaeological services from CIFA accredited organisations to undertake a series of community archaeology activities across an 18-month period, beginning in August 2017.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96933f74-cb07-4445-8246-8ccb9d0d6908 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2017 - 31 Dec 2018 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CANTERBURY CHRIST CHURCH UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | KENT |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT1 1QU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Barton |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CANTERBURY ARCHAEOLOGICAL TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites
- 71351720 - Geophysical surveys of archaeological sites
- 71351914 - Archaeological services

## Release History

- 16 Aug 2017 at 08:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96933f74-cb07-4445-8246-8ccb9d0d6908

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/96933f74-cb07-4445-8246-8ccb9d0d6908
  16th August 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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