Scope
Reference
P/REF 00000486
Description
This project will examine the potential impact that the increasing number of infrastructure projects, focused on reacting to or mitigating for climate change, may have on the archaeological workforce in England. This will be undertaken through 2 stages:
Stage 1 will focus on mapping current and planned climate change focused infrastructure projects and identifying the archaeological workforce requirements, roles, and skills needed for engagement with these initiatives; and analysing the potential workforce implications of this.
Stage 2 will identify any current and anticipated training provision required for working on such projects; that is not delivered through existing standard archaeological workforce training (e.g. degree courses, apprenticeships) and make recommendations as to where there may be gaps that need to be filled.
The project aims to produce a repeatable methodology for approximating workforce need for such projects, a comprehensive report and actionable guidance, directly supporting sector planning and the development of sustainable professional practice in line with Historic England's strategic priorities.
For full details please see the attached brief and ITT
Total value (estimated)
- £60,000 excluding VAT
- £72,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2026 to 31 January 2027
- Possible extension to 30 April 2027
- 1 year, 3 months
Description of possible extension:
3 month extension
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services
- 71313400 - Environmental impact assessment for construction
- 71410000 - Urban planning services
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services
Submission
Enquiry deadline
19 December 2025, 9:30am
Tender submission deadline
5 January 2026, 9:30am
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
price weighting 20% quality weighting 80%
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
Contact name: Sheena Charrett
Email: procurement-he@historicengland.org.uk
Website: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historicengland/aspx/Home
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government