--- title: "Chest of Dee Archaeological Rescue Project" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000824696" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824696" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824696.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824696.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND" published: "2026-03-09" --- # Chest of Dee Archaeological Rescue Project Buyer: NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000824696 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824696) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000824696.json) ## Summary The National Trust for Scotland is inviting tenders for the "Chest of Dee Archaeological Rescue Project," which requires archaeological excavation, recording, and reporting services. The project is located in the Edinburgh area (region UKM50) and falls under the Conservation and Heritage category. This procurement follows an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions until 9th April 2026, with the award process commencing shortly thereafter. The contracting process is currently in the tender stage, with relevant documentation having been published on 9th March 2026. The overall contract is structured as a service procurement with a 90-day contract period, and participation is governed by predefined terms that do not allow for variant submissions. Potential suppliers should ensure their submissions are made in English and maintain validity for 90 days post-opening. This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in archaeological services, particularly those with expertise in site excavation and heritage conservation. Companies capable of formulating detailed excavation methodologies and producing comprehensive recording reports will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Additionally, suppliers who are experienced in facilitating volunteer participation in archaeological projects may possess a competitive edge, given the tender's provision to involve a small number of non-professional volunteers. The open nature of the procurement process further broadens participation, offering a gateway for businesses to expand their portfolio through collaboration with a prominent organisation like the National Trust for Scotland and contributing to the preservation of heritage sites. ## Notice archaeological excavation, recording and reporting services in connection with the Chest of Dee Archaeological Rescue Project ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Characterise the full extent and nature of the site. -Produce a detailed method statement for excavation, for approval by NTS prior to excavation commencing. The methodology should ensure that works do not create additional riverbank instability or lead to (artificially) increased erosion. -Fully record and excavate those areas most at risk of erosion. - Facilitate the participation of a small number of non-professional volunteers during excavation. Specifically volunteers from the Mesolithic Deeside group (no more than 3 on any given day and no more than 10 in total over the course of the project). -Produce a Data Structure Report fully describing and characterising all the excavation findings. - Produce a fully costed Post Excavation Research Design. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551240 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract 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 | 9 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Apr 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## 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 | NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH12 9LD | | 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 | Drum Brae/Gyle | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71351914 - Archaeological services ## Release History - 9 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551240 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551240 Chest of Dee Archaeological Rescue Project - archaeological excavation, recording and reporting services in connection with the Chest of Dee Archaeological Rescue Project ## Notice URLs - http:// - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824696 - https://www.nts.org.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=824696 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA12344 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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