--- title: "Informing the Future of the Past (IFP) 2022" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ef58c4bd-143d-4fea-b0bd-90b64fd61702" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ef58c4bd-143d-4fea-b0bd-90b64fd61702" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef58c4bd-143d-4fea-b0bd-90b64fd61702.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef58c4bd-143d-4fea-b0bd-90b64fd61702.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HISTORIC ENGLAND" published: "2022-04-14" --- # Informing the Future of the Past (IFP) 2022 Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ef58c4bd-143d-4fea-b0bd-90b64fd61702 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ef58c4bd-143d-4fea-b0bd-90b64fd61702) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef58c4bd-143d-4fea-b0bd-90b64fd61702.json) ## Summary The procurement process, titled "Informing the Future of the Past (IFP) 2022," is led by the buyer, Historic England, located in Swindon, Wiltshire. This project, classified under research services, aims to update and restructure guidance for Historic Environment Records (HERs), with a total budget of £30,000. The open procurement method is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 13th May 2022. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 30th May 2022 and conclude by 30th November 2022. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy, particularly those with experience in heritage management or information systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project seeks innovative strategies for content restructuring and digitalisation of HER guidance. Companies capable of agile research methodologies and effective stakeholder engagement will be well-suited to compete for this contract. ## Notice The purpose of this work is to ensure guidance for Historic Environment Records (HERs) is up-to-date and easily accessible. Current guidance, also referred to as Informing the Future of the Past, is available as an online manual that uses a wiki format and is delivered via the Archaeology Data Service (https://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/ifp/). It was published in 2012 and although the original intention was to regularly update sections, this has not taken place. The consultancy work will be based on liaison with the HER community, Heritage Information Partnership (HIPS) team and others to: 1. Develop detailed proposals for restructuring IFP to better align with current audit practices. 2. Carry out research to identify different options for a new digital home for IFP 2022. 3. Secure agreement from sector partners on a new IFP structure and digital platform. 4. Complete a detailed timetable for re-drafting and uploading IFP content to the new digital platform. 5. Draft a restructured IFP that incorporates existing content where appropriate. 6. Draft updates to key sections of IFP. 7. Research the most cost-effective and interactive approaches to training staff responsible for maintaining the HER and, in the light of these findings, develop a training plan in consultation with sector specialists. 8. Develop a sustainable plan to keep IFP up-to-date and establish it as a live suite of resources. 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/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 | | 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 | 14 Apr 2022 | | Submission deadline | 13 May 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 May 2022 - 30 Nov 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | 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 - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73110000 - Research services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services - 73210000 - Research consultancy services ## Release History - 14 Apr 2022 at 13:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 - 14 Apr 2022 at 13:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 - 14 Apr 2022 at 13:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 - 14 Apr 2022 at 10:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 - 13 Apr 2022 at 16:33 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 - 13 Apr 2022 at 16:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 - 13 Apr 2022 at 16:32 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 - 13 Apr 2022 at 16:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fecbc03f-518d-4c61-b9db-8a8f3f84f983 14th April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historicengland/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/ifp/ - 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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