---
title: "Object Conservation Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000547267"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND"
published: "2019-02-15"
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# Object Conservation Services

Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000547267

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## Summary

The procurement process revolves around Historic Environment Scotland, which has initiated a tender titled "Object Conservation Services" within the conservation and built heritage sector. The tender is active and is located in Scotland, with a submission deadline that was set for 23rd July 2018. The process employs an open procurement method, following an open procedure, and involves services like providing oral and written advice, condition assessment reports, and recommendations for interventive conservation, ensuring all client consents are duly acquired prior to commencement of work.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in conservation services, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive object conservation projects. Eligible companies would be small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with adequate insurance cover, indicating a sound financial standing and relevant experience in conservation. This contract could foster business growth particularly for those with expertise in heritage conservation, assessment, and tourism, allowing them to engage with a reputable public body while contributing to the preservation of Scotland's cultural heritage.

## Notice

HES requires an Object Conservation Service. HES requires the Service Provider to provide object conservation services to the contract standard. Services will include the provision of advice and guidance (oral and written), condition assessment reports with proposals for any recommended interventive conservation. Client consent to the latter should never be assumed and must always be sought before work commences. All proposals/project outlines must include clear method statements as well as costs and timescales.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

HES requires an Object Conservation Service. HES requires the Service Provider to provide object conservation services to the contract standard. Services will include the provision of advice and guidance (oral and written), condition assessment reports with proposals for any recommended interventive conservation. Client consent to the latter should never be assumed and must always be sought before work commences. All proposals/project outlines must include clear method statements as well as costs and timescales.

Renewal: Option to extend the contract by two further one year periods, at the discretion of HES, subject to budget and performance. Price is estimated per annum.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB345542 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Feb 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | On expiry of this contract. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | £150,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £506,776 |

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AOC ARCHAEOLOGY GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92520000 - Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings
- 92521000 - Museum services
- 92521100 - Museum-exhibition services
- 92521200 - Preservation services of exhibits and specimens
- 92521210 - Preservation services of exhibits
- 92521220 - Preservation services of specimens

## Release History

- 15 Feb 2019 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB345542
- 20 Jun 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322960

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN322960&idx=1
  25th June 2018 - Document 1 - Instructions for Tenderers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN322960&idx=2
  25th June 2018 - Document 2 - Specification of Requirements
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN322960&idx=3
  25th June 2018 - Document 3 - Quality Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN322960&idx=4
  25th June 2018 - Document 4 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN322960&idx=5
  25th June 2018 - Document 5 - HES Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN322960&idx=6
  25th June 2018 - ESPD - Supplier guide. Please contact PCS helpdesk if you have any further questions on the ESPD.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322960
  Object Conservation Services - HES requires an Object Conservation Service. HES requires the Service Provider to provide object conservation services to the contract standard. Services will include the provision of advice and guidance (oral and written), condition assessment reports with proposals for any recommended interventive conservation. Client consent to the latter should never be assumed and must always be sought before work commences. All proposals/project outlines must include clear method statements as well as costs and timescales. Estimated value below is the estimated value PER ANNUM.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB345542
  Object Conservation Services - HES requires an Object Conservation Service. HES requires the Service Provider to provide object conservation services to the contract standard. Services will include the provision of advice and guidance (oral and written), condition assessment reports with proposals for any recommended interventive conservation. Client consent to the latter should never be assumed and must always be sought before work commences. All proposals/project outlines must include clear method statements as well as costs and timescales.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://historicenvironment.scot
- http://www.aocarchaeology.com
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000547267

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