Production of Third Edition of Historic England's Protected Wrecks Guidance for Divers and Archaeologists
Historic England · Awarded contract
AwardedProduction of Third Edition of Historic England's Protected Wrecks Guidance for Divers and Archaeologists
Awarded 01 Oct 2025
Awarded01 Oct 2025
Value£6,921.88
SupplierMSDS Marine Ltd
AgencyHistoric England
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryArts & Culture
Ended 8mo ago5mo term
Awarded 1 Oct 2025Expired 28 Feb 2026
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Historic England awarded a contract to MSDS Marine Ltd for the production of the third edition of the guidance document 'Accessing England's Protected Wrecks: Guidance Notes for Archaeologists and Divers'.
The document, first published in 2010 and last revised in 2015, supports individuals and groups wishing to access and/or develop projects on wreck sites designated under Section 1 of the Protection of Wrecks Act 1973 in the English Territorial Sea.
The guidance also addresses the role of voluntary Licensees and their teams in managing the most significant historic wrecks.
The contract value was £6,921.88.
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