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title: "Radiocarbon Dating and Bayesian Analysis"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06af77"
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buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-06-08"
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# Radiocarbon Dating and Bayesian Analysis

Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06af77

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## Summary

Historic Environment Scotland, a national agency based in Edinburgh, is initiating a tender for "Radiocarbon Dating and Bayesian Analysis," inviting submissions by 8th July 2026. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically archaeological services, and involves the analysis of 150 to 300 samples annually. The contract runs from 1st September 2026 until 31st August 2029, with an option for a one-year extension. The procurement follows an open procedure, ensuring transparent competitive tendering. Key quality and price criteria are laid out, alongside community benefits and insurance requirements. The project location is the United Kingdom, and electronic submissions are mandated via the Public Contracts Scotland portal.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological and palaeoenvironmental services. Companies equipped to manage the complexities of radiocarbon dating and Bayesian analysis would find this project an ideal growth avenue. With a focus on service quality, the tender also invites suppliers to propose community benefits such as apprenticeships, supporting broader societal goals. Firms capable of meeting the stringent financial and insurance criteria are well-placed to leverage this opportunity, with potential for long-term engagement through contract renewals. The project promotes innovation in analytical techniques, positioning participating companies at the forefront of archaeological research and community contribution.

## Notice

The contract is for radiocarbon dating and Bayesian analysis of an estimated 150 to 300 archaeological and related palaeoenvironmental samples per year.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Please see Document 2 - Specification for full requirements

Renewal: Once the initial 3 years is up, the contract has the option to be extended for a further 1 year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053673-2026 |
| 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 | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | If all extensions are used up then the contract will be re-tendered in 2030. |

## 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 | HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH9 1SH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Southside/Newington |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351914 - Archaeological services

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2026 at 09:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053673-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://historicenvironment.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834017
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=834017
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=834017
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00164
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

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