--- title: "Invitation to Tender for Willersey Evaluation" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f86eae7b-c744-4ab5-9c58-d43a91db768a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f86eae7b-c744-4ab5-9c58-d43a91db768a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f86eae7b-c744-4ab5-9c58-d43a91db768a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f86eae7b-c744-4ab5-9c58-d43a91db768a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HISTORIC ENGLAND" published: "2024-09-16" --- # Invitation to Tender for Willersey Evaluation Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f86eae7b-c744-4ab5-9c58-d43a91db768a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f86eae7b-c744-4ab5-9c58-d43a91db768a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f86eae7b-c744-4ab5-9c58-d43a91db768a.json) ## Summary Historic England has initiated an invitation to tender for the Willersey Evaluation, focusing on archaeological services. This tender, aimed at two Roman cavalry swords discovered near Broadway in Gloucestershire, requires an experienced archaeological services organisation to conduct a targeted excavation, environmental processing, and digital recording. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a closing deadline on 15th October 2024 and the contract period set from 5th January 2025 to 5th January 2027. This opportunity falls under the CPV classifications for archaeological services, excavation work at archaeological sites, and geophysical and topographical surveys. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the field of archaeological services, particularly those with experience in geophysical surveys and excavation work. Ideal candidates will have comprehensive knowledge of the local archaeological landscape and strong connections with community groups. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply. Proximity to the site is critical for logistical efficiency and achieving Net Zero targets, making this contract an excellent growth opportunity for businesses based near Gloucestershire. ## Notice Historic England are looking for a partner to explore (through targeted excavation) the context of two Roman cavalry swords discovered during a metal detecting rally near Broadway in Gloucestershire. Historic England geophysical survey showed the find spot sits within a complex of buried archaeological remains including later prehistoric or Roman settlement. Though the find is public knowledge, reference to the exact location in outreach material should be avoided until after the site has been assessed, and statutory protection afforded if justified. We wish to collaborate with an experienced archaeological services organisation who will provide site staff, an excavation co-director, finds and environmental processing expertise, and a digital recording system in use or in development. They should be based as near the site as possible, with demonstrable knowledge of the local archaeological landscape and preferably also connections/experience with local community groups. Proximity to the sight is crucial for Net Zero targets, and to enable safe and efficient transfer of finds/ecofacts/samples to storage on a regular basis 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/f0bc63e9-59f3-4d21-8984-7a013aede525 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Jan 2025 - 5 Jan 2027 | | 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 - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites - 71351720 - Geophysical surveys of archaeological sites - 71351811 - Topographical surveys of archaeological sites - 71351914 - Archaeological services ## Release History - 16 Sep 2024 at 16:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0bc63e9-59f3-4d21-8984-7a013aede525 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f0bc63e9-59f3-4d21-8984-7a013aede525 16th September 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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