Scope
Description
The aim is to work with one supplier to produce a research vision for the next ten years that builds upon the existing state of knowledge, reflects current organisational and government priorities, supports heritage sector needs and connects with academic agendas. The output will be a new Strategic Research Framework composed of a cluster of externally facing core strategies and internal delivery plans that will direct historic environment research for Historic England, its partners and the wider heritage sector
Total value (estimated)
- £50,000 excluding VAT
- £60,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2026
- Possible extension to 31 December 2026
- 1 year, 2 months
Description of possible extension:
2 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
Submission
Tender submission deadline
23 October 2025, 9:30am
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
35% price and 65% quality
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
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 - sub-central government