Scope
Description
This project aims to improve our understanding of when and why heritage investment triggers a 'heritage dividend'-a catalytic effect where initial heritage-led projects stimulate significant follow-on investment and sustained regeneration. Building on nine High Street Heritage Action Zone case studies and exemplar projects like Nottingham's Lace Market and the North Kent coastal town of Whitstable, the research will develop a theory of change explaining the mechanisms (such as confidence signalling, clustering, identity reinforcement and cultural branding) and enabling conditions that produce durable impacts. Deliverables include a theory of change model, reports, policy brief, stakeholder workshop, and comparative data.
For more detailed information please see the attached ITT.
Total value (estimated)
- £45,000 excluding VAT
- £53,999 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 8 December 2025 to 31 March 2026
- 3 months, 24 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 79310000 - Market research services
- 79311400 - Economic research services
- 79315000 - Social research services
- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
UK suppliers
Submission
Tender submission deadline
24 November 2025, 9:30am
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Price 30% Quality 70%
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