--- title: "TENDER FOR THE DE-JACKETING, CONSERVATION, PREPARATION, MOUNTING & DIGITISATION OF THE RUTLAND ICHTHYOSAUR" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04929b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04929b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04929b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04929b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WELLAND PROCUREMENT" published: "2024-08-21" --- # TENDER FOR THE DE-JACKETING, CONSERVATION, PREPARATION, MOUNTING & DIGITISATION OF THE RUTLAND ICHTHYOSAUR Buyer: WELLAND PROCUREMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04929b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04929b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04929b.json) ## Summary Rutland County Council (RCC), with assistance from the Levelling Up Fund, is actively seeking tender submissions for "TENDER FOR THE DE-JACKETING, CONSERVATION, PREPARATION, MOUNTING & DIGITISATION OF THE RUTLAND ICHTHYOSAUR". The procurement process, managed by Welland Procurement, is at the tender stage and focuses on archaeological services, specifically the handling of delicate fossil materials. Key dates include the submission deadline on 20th September 2024 at 12 noon, the contract commencement on 21st October 2024, and the end of the contract on 30th September 2026. The full budget allocated for this innovative project is £800,000 exclusive of VAT, and the successful contractor will be expected to complete the work by the end of March 2026. The location concerned is within the UKF22 region. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fossil conservation and 3D digitisation to enhance their portfolio and gain exposure through a high-profile project. Enterprises with proven expertise in archaeological services, particularly those experienced in de-jacketing and fossil handling, will find this opportunity particularly lucrative. The nature of the contract allows for comprehensive service provision, meaning that both small boutiques and larger enterprises with the necessary specialised skills can benefit from this process. The project’s substantial budget and regional significance provide a platform for business growth and industry recognition. ## Notice Rutland County Council (RCC), with a grant received from the Levelling Up Fund, is seeking tender submissions from providers with proven experience in fossil conservation and 3D digitisation for the comprehensive de-jacketing, conservation, preparation, mounting and associated digitisation of the Ichthyosaur fossil. This process involves detailed handling of delicate fossil material currently encased in plaster-of-paris field jackets. The successful provider will be able to complete the work by the end of March 2026. This tender document outlines the scope, specifications and deliverables expected from prospective Contractors. Further information on the requirement and relevant performance standards are available within the Specification. The anticipated contract commencement date is 21 Oct 2024. The Council proposes to enter one contract commencing on 21 Oct 2024 with the preferred supplier, ending on 30 September 2026. The budget for this contract is PS800,000 in its entirety (exclusive of VAT). Please Note: The Council reserves the right to reject any submissions that are over budget without further evaluation. The opportunity can be found on the ProContract procurement portal under reference number DN739591. Tenders are to be submitted by no later than 12 noon on 20th September 2024. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Rutland County Council (RCC), with a grant received from the Levelling Up Fund, is seeking tender submissions from providers with proven experience in fossil conservation and 3D digitisation for the comprehensive de-jacketing, conservation, preparation, mounting and associated digitisation of the Ichthyosaur fossil. This process involves detailed handling of delicate fossil material currently encased in plaster-of-paris field jackets. The successful provider will be able to complete the work by the end of March 2026. This tender document outlines the scope, specifications and deliverables expected from prospective Contractors. Further information on the requirement and relevant performance standards are available within the Specification. The anticipated contract commencement date is 21 Oct 2024. The Council proposes to enter one contract commencing on 21 Oct 2024 with the preferred supplier, ending on 30 September 2026. The budget for this contract is PS800,000 in its entirety (exclusive of VAT). Please Note: The Council reserves the right to reject any submissions that are over budget without further evaluation. The opportunity can be found on the ProContract procurement portal under reference number DN739591. Tenders are to be submitted by no later than 12 noon on 20th September 2024. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026690-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WELLAND PROCUREMENT | | Locality | MELTON MOWBRAY | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE13 1GH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland | | Local authority | Melton | | Electoral ward | Melton Warwick | | Westminster constituency | Melton and Syston | | Delivery location | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites - 71351914 - Archaeological services ## Release History - 21 Aug 2024 at 13:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026690-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.melton.gov.uk/council_and_democracy/selling_to_the_council.aspx - https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?resetFilter=True&applyFilter=True&p=527b4bbd-5c58-e511-80ef-000c29c9ba21&v=1 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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