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title: "Human Remains and Emergency Excavation 2017"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000502036"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND"
published: "2017-09-27"
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# Human Remains and Emergency Excavation 2017

Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000502036

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Human Remains and Emergency Excavation 2017" is managed by Historic Environment Scotland, located at Longmore House, Salisbury Place, Edinburgh. This contract falls within the services category, specifically related to the tourism and built environment sectors. Currently in the Tender stage, the deadline for submissions is 31 July 2017. The procurement is conducted through an open procedure, with the value of the contract set at £240,000, aiming to provide rapid-reaction small-scale investigation and post-excavation services for unexpected discoveries of human remains.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in archaeological services, excavation, and conservation-related fields. Companies capable of undertaking emergency excavation work and those with relevant experience in handling sensitive archaeological findings will be well-suited to compete. The nature of the work necessitates professional qualifications and robust operational capabilities, making this an ideal opportunity for established firms and specialised contractors looking to expand their service offerings within the heritage and conservation sector.

## Notice

This procurement is for the provision of human remains and emergency excavation services. In particular, the contract will be for rapid-reaction small-scale investigation and post-excavation work after unexpected discoveries of human remains or after HES has received reports of new or accelerated threats at known sites of human remains or to significant archaeological discoveries.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement is for the provision of human remains and emergency excavation services. In particular, the contract will be for rapid-reaction small-scale investigation and post-excavation work after unexpected discoveries of human remains or after HES has received reports of new or accelerated threats at known sites of human remains or to significant archaeological discoveries.

Renewal: After the end of the initial 24 month period HES will consider whether an extension of up to 12 months will be used.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296900 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Sep 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| Lots value | £240,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 45112450 - Excavation work at archaeological sites
- 71351914 - Archaeological services
- 92520000 - Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings
- 92522100 - Preservation services of historical sites

## Release History

- 27 Sep 2017 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296900
- 29 Jun 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL288057

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=7
  3rd July 2017 - Document 7 - Purchase of Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=8
  3rd July 2017 - Document 1 - Instructions for Tenderers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=9
  3rd July 2017 - Document 2 - Project Outline
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=10
  3rd July 2017 - ESPD (Scotland)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=1
  3rd July 2017 - Document 2 - Project Outline Annex 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=2
  3rd July 2017 - Document 2 - Project Outline Annex 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=3
  3rd July 2017 - Document 3 - ESPD (Scotland)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=4
  3rd July 2017 - Document 4 - Quality Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=5
  3rd July 2017 - Document 5 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL288057&idx=6
  3rd July 2017 - Document 6 - Form of Tender and Bona Fide Certificate
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL288057
  Human Remains and Emergency Excavation 2017 - This procurement is for the provision of human remains and emergency excavation services. In particular, the contract will be for rapid-reaction small-scale investigation and post-excavation work after unexpected discoveries of human remains or after HES has received reports of new or accelerated threats at known sites of human remains or to significant archaeological discoveries.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP296900
  Human Remains and Emergency Excavation 2017 - This procurement is for the provision of human remains and emergency excavation services. In particular, the contract will be for rapid-reaction small-scale investigation and post-excavation work after unexpected discoveries of human remains or after HES has received reports of new or accelerated threats at known sites of human remains or to significant archaeological discoveries.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://historicenvironment.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=497740
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=497740
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000502036

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