ITT - Archive Strategic Review (UID 267)

Historic EnglandcontractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-06a1fdProcurement Act 2023active
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Estimated value

£25k

services

Awarded value

Suppliers

0

Lots

1

0 awarded

Published

22 May 2026

Deadline 15 Jun 2026

Description

Historic England is undertaking a strategic review of its Archive to ensure it is resilient, sustainable and fit for the future, supporting Historic England’s Strategic Plan and the Government’s new Vision for Archives led by the National Archives. The aim of this commission is to Ensure the Historic England Archive is an effective, efficient, open and accessible resource, making improvements that strengthen its value and usability for the sector. We are seeking an experienced external partner or consultant to support and help deliver the review, working closely alongside the internal leads until March 2027.

Scope

Reference
PREF 555
Total value
£25,000 excluding VAT
£30,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
05 Jul 2026 to 31 Mar 2027
Possible extension to 30 Sept 2027

Additional 6 months if unexpected delays occur outside HE or suppliers control.

Main category
services
CPV classifications
72221000
79410000
79400000
Contract locations
UK, United Kingdom

Submission & procedure

Enquiry deadline
08 Jun 2026, 4:00 pm
Submission deadline
15 Jun 2026, 8:30 am
Submission address
Please access our procurement portal via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/historicengland/aspx/Home . Once the portal has been accessed, documents and further information can be found under PREF 555.
Electronic submission
Yes
Procedure
Below threshold - open competition