--- title: "7827 Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2019-2021" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e2ab361a-701b-4251-a202-86dc4cc2ea68" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e2ab361a-701b-4251-a202-86dc4cc2ea68" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e2ab361a-701b-4251-a202-86dc4cc2ea68.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e2ab361a-701b-4251-a202-86dc4cc2ea68.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HISTORIC ENGLAND" published: "2018-10-23" --- # 7827 Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2019-2021 Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e2ab361a-701b-4251-a202-86dc4cc2ea68 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e2ab361a-701b-4251-a202-86dc4cc2ea68) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e2ab361a-701b-4251-a202-86dc4cc2ea68.json) ## Summary Historic England is currently seeking tenders for the project titled "7827 Archaeological Services in relation to Marine Protection 2019-2021." This procurement falls under the category of research and development services and related consultancy services, with a total contract value of £281,010 and a minimum value of £275,000. The contract period is designated to span from April 1, 2019, to March 31, 2021. Potential bidders must submit their proposals by November 22, 2018. The project is aimed at addressing the conservation and management of marine heritage assets within UK territorial waters adjacent to England. This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in archaeological services, marine consultancy, and related research. Companies that align with the project requirements, particularly those that are SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) or VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises), are encouraged to compete. Engaging in this procurement can not only enhance business visibility in the heritage conservation sector but also contribute to vital marine protection efforts, positioning these businesses as leaders in sustainable practices. ## Notice The UK is a signatory to the European Convention on the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage (revised) 1992. The aim of the Convention is to protect the archaeological heritage as a source of the European collective memory and as an instrument for historical and scientific study, whether on land or underwater. In order to meet this commitment and to provide for the conservation and enhancement of significant marine heritage assets, Historic England is seeking to procure, within a single contract, assessment functions to support marine protection and management for the two-year period April 2019 to March 2021 (inclusive). Effective marine protection advice is reliant on the provision of field observations to underpin the core functions of protection and management of, and access to, the marine historic environment in order to realise wider social, cultural, economic and environmental benefits. Both the UK Marine Policy Statement (2011) and the National Planning Policy Framework (2012) recognise the need to protect and manage marine cultural heritage in a manner appropriate to its significance. Notably, the National Heritage Act 2002 redefined an 'ancient monument' to include any site comprising, or comprising the remains of, any vehicle, vessel, aircraft or other movable structure, or part thereof, in, on or under the seabed. The project will address those sites and assets most at risk through neglect, decay or other threats within UK territorial waters adjacent to England. A wider context for the project is provided by the Rules annexed to the 2001 UNESCO Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage. These Rules have been adopted by HMG as being 'best practice' for marine archaeology and, as such, frame Historic England's approach to the subject. Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity should register at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historic-england/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/d97fd29a-e162-4e9c-8e42-642af71ad4ff | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £281,010 | | 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 ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 23 Oct 2018 at 14:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97fd29a-e162-4e9c-8e42-642af71ad4ff ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d97fd29a-e162-4e9c-8e42-642af71ad4ff 23rd October 2018 - 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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