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title: "Union Chain Bridge: Crossing Borders, Inspiring Communities Archive Research Consultant"
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# Union Chain Bridge: Crossing Borders, Inspiring Communities Archive Research Consultant

Buyer: NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec122bff-3f48-43df-aeaa-c033235a0aa9

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Union Chain Bridge: Crossing Borders, Inspiring Communities Archive Research Consultant," initiated by Northumberland County Council, is focused on delivering geological and scientific prospecting services. Located in the North East of the United Kingdom, this contract is set to commence on 21st January 2020 and will run until 31st March 2021. The tender was published on 23rd December 2019 and initially closed for submissions on 20th January 2020. With a contract value of £7,500, this open procurement method highlights an opportunity in the research and development consultancy sector.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly those specialising in research and consultancy services to engage in meaningful projects that contribute to community and heritage initiatives. Businesses with expertise in geological studies, scientific research, and archive consultancy would be well-suited to compete for this project, as the successful supplier has already been awarded the contract. Engaging in such projects can enhance the profile of SMEs and foster growth through collaborative efforts with public organisations.

## Notice

Union Chain Bridge: Crossing Borders, Inspiring Communities Archive Research Consultant

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fef9bfe3-2260-4150-935e-b85bee0dd98d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2020 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2020 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,352 |
| 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 | NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MORPETH |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE61 2EF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC42 Northumberland |
| Local authority | Northumberland |
| Electoral ward | Morpeth Kirkhill |
| Westminster constituency | North Northumberland |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WESSEX ARCHAEOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71351000 - Geological, geophysical and other scientific prospecting services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2020 at 09:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fef9bfe3-2260-4150-935e-b85bee0dd98d
- 23 Dec 2019 at 05:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f1f72c1-3bd2-44c0-80c7-283a0f78018f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fef9bfe3-2260-4150-935e-b85bee0dd98d
  23rd September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f1f72c1-3bd2-44c0-80c7-283a0f78018f
  23rd December 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.northumberland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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