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title: "Analysis of Prehistoric Pottery from the Vale of Pewsey Project PR 7323"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06aa8d"
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# Analysis of Prehistoric Pottery from the Vale of Pewsey Project PR 7323

Buyer: HISTORIC ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06aa8d

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## Summary

Historic England, a central government public authority based in Swindon, has completed its contracting process for the procurement titled "Analysis of Prehistoric Pottery from the Vale of Pewsey Project PR 7323". This procurement falls under the services category specifically focusing on archaeological services and was conducted using a limited competition procurement method below the threshold. The contract was awarded on 22nd May 2026 to COTSWOLD ARCHAEOLOGY LIMITED, with an active contract period from 24th May 2026 to 31st July 2026. The location for this project encompasses the United Kingdom, and the process culminated in an award status marked as active.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological analysis, particularly those with expertise in prehistoric pottery examination. Companies that can provide comprehensive analysis, including the examination of vessel forms, refitting sherds, and preparing detailed reports for publication, would find this contract beneficial for growth. The nature of this project is well-suited for established, large-scale archaeology firms like COTSWOLD ARCHAEOLOGY LIMITED that have a proven track record in delivering specialised archaeological services and can meet the stringent requirements for central government contracts.

## Notice

To complete analysis of pottery from Vale of Pewsey Project: Marden henge (excavations in 2010, 2015 and 2016) and Wilsford henge (2015 - 2016). The work is to include examination for refitting sherds recording of vessel form and details, establish a definitive Late Bronze Age/Early Iron Age type series, identify material for illustration, reconstruction and thin section. Prepare report for publication including comparisons with count and regional material.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051488-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £11,508 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HISTORIC ENGLAND |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| 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 |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351914 - Archaeological services

## Release History

- 1 Jun 2026 at 14:18 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051488-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051488-2026
  1st June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://cotswoldarchaeology.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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