--- title: "A Study of Architectural Measures used to Reduce Overheating - Literature Review and Analysis" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dd9b3aec-4dcb-4448-8649-4f5384d5da82" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dd9b3aec-4dcb-4448-8649-4f5384d5da82" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dd9b3aec-4dcb-4448-8649-4f5384d5da82.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dd9b3aec-4dcb-4448-8649-4f5384d5da82.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HISTORIC ENGLAND" published: "2024-11-22" --- # A Study of Architectural Measures used to Reduce Overheating - Literature Review and Analysis Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd9b3aec-4dcb-4448-8649-4f5384d5da82 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dd9b3aec-4dcb-4448-8649-4f5384d5da82) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dd9b3aec-4dcb-4448-8649-4f5384d5da82.json) ## Summary The public procurement process initiated by Historic England involves a tender titled "A Study of Architectural Measures used to Reduce Overheating - Literature Review and Analysis." This falls under the industry category of research services, specifically focusing on research and development consultancy services, with further relevance to buildings of historical or architectural interest. The procurement stage is currently active, with the tender period closing on 19th December 2024 at 09:30 AM. The project location spans various regions including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The project is scheduled to start on 1st January 2025 and end by 30th June 2025. The procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold. This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses specializing in research services, architectural consultancy, and retrofitting solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in identifying and evaluating architectural measures to mitigate overheating, particularly with experience in historical buildings or Mediterranean climates, would be well-suited to compete. The contract offers potential for companies to showcase their capabilities in delivering sustainable and practical solutions that could be applied to a wide range of buildings, thereby fostering business growth and establishing expertise within this niche market. ## Notice o Undertake a literature review to identify a list of measures that were used in the past in the United Kingdom to reduce summertime overheating. The measures should not include design decisions based on location, exposure or orientation etc, or any measures that cannot be reintroduced or retrofitted to an existing building. o Undertake a literature review to identify a list of measures that were or continue to be used in Mediterranean climates to reduce summertime overheating. The measures should not include design decisions based on location, exposure or orientation etc, or any measures that cannot be reintroduced or retrofitted to an existing building. o Evaluate each of the identified measures in relation to its installation and use including its technical practicality and impact on the structure of the building, the fire risk, and its resilience to the risk of increased storm events, as well as any maintenance implications and longevity. More details can be found in the Invitation to Tender document Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity should register at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historicengland/aspx/Home in order to 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/71c9ef28-fab2-40da-af0d-de13dac6b3be | | 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 | 22 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 73110000 - Research services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 73210000 - Research consultancy services - 79311400 - Economic research services - 79315000 - Social research services ## Release History - 22 Nov 2024 at 15:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71c9ef28-fab2-40da-af0d-de13dac6b3be ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71c9ef28-fab2-40da-af0d-de13dac6b3be 22nd November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historicengland/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historicengland/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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