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title: "Archaeological Development Management Advice and Historic Environment Record Management Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065bbf"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL"
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# Archaeological Development Management Advice and Historic Environment Record Management Services

Buyer: BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065bbf

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## Summary

The tender process led by Bath & North East Somerset Council focused on the provision of Archaeological Development Management Advice and Historic Environment Record Management Services. Under an open procurement method, the contract was awarded to South West Heritage Trust, a small and medium enterprise (SME), starting on 1st June 2026 and set to last until 31st May 2029, with a potential two-year extension available by mutual agreement. The procurement process is completed with the award status dated 11th June 2026, aligning with the required legal frameworks and standards from Historic England. These services will be delivered primarily in the UK region, specifically within Bath and the surrounding areas. Notably, the procurement process proceeded from tender to award without any conflicts of interest being published, ensuring transparency and accountability at every stage.

The contract offers robust opportunities for businesses involved in archaeological services due to its focus on specialised advice and data management in relation to historical sites. With a gross value of £357,423.82, this engagement is well-suited for SMEs that can provide high-quality, qualified expertise in archaeological consulting and data management. Businesses positioned in the service category, particularly those with a track record of working within governmental or archaeological sectors, stand to benefit significantly. The emphasis on online accessibility of historic records also provides a platform for innovation, potentially driving new growth in digital services related to historical data and public engagement.

## Notice

The contract is for the provision of specialist archaeological advice to the local planning authority, taking account the policy objectives of the Council under relevant legislation. Also, for the maintenance of the authority's Historic Environment Record to standards laid down by Historic England, making its contents available online for use by the planning authority, external agencies, developers, academic researchers and the wider public.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 year extension available by mutual agreement

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055255-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2031-03-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £260,000 |
| Lots value | £260,000 |
| Awards value | £297,853 |
| Contracts value | £297,853 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA1 5AW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Kingsmead |
| Westminster constituency | Bath |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE SOUTH WEST HERITAGE TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351914 - Archaeological services

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2026 at 13:10 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055255-2026
- 22 Apr 2026 at 13:13 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036633-2026
- 25 Feb 2026 at 10:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016772-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055255-2026
  11th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036633-2026
  22nd April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016772-2026
  25th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.swheritage.org.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/
- https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/BidderscanlocatetheopportunityundertheBath&NorthEastSomersetCouncillistofavailableopportunities,refnumberDN807767

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