Historic England · Awarded contract

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Archaeological Services for Marine Protection 2025-2027 by Historic England

Awarded 01 Apr 2025

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Awarded01 Apr 2025

Value£199,849.63

SupplierMSDS Marine Ltd

AgencyHistoric England

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryArts & Culture

Expires in 5mo1y 12mo term, 80% elapsed

Awarded 1 Apr 2025Expires 31 Mar 2027

About

Historic England awarded a contract to MSDS Marine Ltd for archaeological services in relation to marine protection for the period April 2025 to March 2027.

The contract, valued at approximately AUD 199,849.63, supports assessment functions to underpin the protection and management of the marine historic environment in UK territorial waters adjacent to England.

The project addresses sites and assets most at risk, aligning with the European Convention on the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage (revised) 1992, the UK Marine Policy Statement (2011), the National Planning Policy Framework (2012), and the 2001 UNESCO Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage.

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