Contract

Assessing the contribution of archaeology to non-heritage science and innovation [NP 335]

  • Historic England

UK7: Contract details notice - Procurement Act 2023 - view information about notice types

Notice identifier: 2025/S 000-049625

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-0555d3 (view related notices)

Published 18 August 2025, 4:41pm



Scope

Reference

P/REF 00000422

Description

Historic England seeks a contractor for a 6-month project (August 2025 - February 2026) to assess archaeology's contribution to non-heritage science and innovation. The project involves identifying up to twenty case studies where archaeological materials have impacted fields like biology, climate science, and health. These must be evidence-based, peer-reviewed, and demonstrate measurable impact. A second component will explore future potential for archaeology in non-heritage sectors. Outputs include a detailed research report, a 5-page summary, and a PowerPoint deck. The contractor should have expertise in archaeology, science, and research analysis, and will collaborate with Historic England throughout the project.


Contract 1

Supplier

Contract value

  • £18,312.50 excluding VAT
  • £21,975 including VAT

Below the relevant threshold

Date signed

14 August 2025

Contract dates

  • 18 September 2025 to 13 February 2026
  • 4 months, 26 days

Main procurement category

Services

CPV classifications

  • 71351914 - Archaeological services
  • 73110000 - Research services
  • 73210000 - Research consultancy services

Procedure

Procedure type

Below threshold - open competition


Supplier

Harlow Consulting Services Limited

Suite 18, 1 Cardale Park

Harrogate

HG3 1RY

United Kingdom

Telephone: 07946308487

Email: info@harlowconsulting.co.uk

Region: UKE22 - North Yorkshire CC

Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No

Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No

Contract 1


Contracting authority

Historic England

  • Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXLY-5862-RMML

The Engine House

Swindon

SN22EH

United Kingdom

Region: UKK14 - Swindon

Organisation type: Public authority - central government