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PS25322 - RICHeS Heritage and Conservation Science Labour Survey

Tender Overview

ORGANIZATION

UKRI

LOCATION

United Kingdom, United Kingdom

VALUE

£120,000

DEADLINE

February 04, 2026 at 11:00

CATEGORY

Other

CPV CODE

79310000

REFERENCE

002325-2026

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Original Tender Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Wednesday 4th February 2026 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement: RICHeS seeks to gather evidence to better understand the heritage and conservation science workforce, the sector’s composition, and the current labour market challenges and opportunities. This study should assess the current capacity and capability of the workforce. For the purpose of this report, capacity is defined as the current size of the workforce and the scale of its ability to conduct heritage and conservation science activities. Capability is defined as the combination of processes, tools, skills and behaviours of the workforce in relation to its ability to undertake and complete heritage and conservation science activities. The survey should complement existing workforce analyses to further our understanding of trends over time and promote a sustainable methodology, which ensures its value to future research in this area. The proposed budget is no more than £100,000 excluding VAT. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Supplier Attachments tab within the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply: UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number itt_2458.
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MANDATORY EXCLUSION GROUNDS

  • No mandatory exclusion grounds are explicitly stated in the provided tender information.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • No specific eligibility requirements (e.g., legal entity type, specific certifications, minimum turnover) are explicitly stated in the provided tender information, beyond the ability to register and participate on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal.
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TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to conduct a survey to understand the heritage and conservation science workforce, its sector composition, and current labour market challenges and opportunities.
  • Capability to assess the current capacity of the workforce (defined as the current size of the workforce and the scale of its ability to conduct heritage and conservation science activities).
  • Capability to assess the current capability of the workforce (defined as the combination of processes, tools, skills, and behaviours of the workforce in relation to its ability to undertake and complete heritage and conservation science activities).
  • Ability to ensure the survey complements existing workforce analyses.
  • Ability to promote a sustainable methodology for the survey, ensuring its value for future research.
  • Ability to complete the contract within a 10-month duration.
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FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Proposed budget must not exceed £100,000 excluding VAT.
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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Submit bids by Wednesday 4th February 2026 at 11:00 GMT.
  • Do NOT apply directly to the buyer.
  • All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal.
  • Register as a supplier on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal (https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/) if not already registered.
  • Log into the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal to participate in the procurement.
  • Locate the procurement using reference number itt_2458 under the "ITTs Open to All Suppliers" section on the Jaggaer portal.
  • Review all attached information within the Supplier Attachments tab on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for a full understanding of the requirement.
  • Ensure understanding of the evaluation criteria as set out in the ITQ document.

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Summary:
This tender notice invites companies to bid for UKRI's PS25322 project to conduct a survey on the heritage and conservation science workforce to understand sector composition, capacity, and challenges, with a budget of up to £100,000 (excl. VAT) and bids due via the Jaggaer portal by 4th February 2026 at 11:00.

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Good

Tender Quality Score

This tender outlines an open competition with a clear brief description of requirements, but critical tender documents and detailed evaluation criteria are missing from the provided information, hindering full bidder understanding and fair competition.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance100/100

The tender follows an open competition procedure for a below-threshold value, which is generally compliant with procurement principles. However, the explicit statement that no mandatory exclusion grounds are provided in the tender information is a significant omission.

Absence of explicitly stated mandatory exclusion grounds in the provided tender information.
Clarity40/100

The brief description of the requirement is clear, including definitions for 'capacity' and 'capability.' Instructions for portal submission are also clear. However, critical information like detailed evaluation criteria is only referenced as being in an external document.

Detailed evaluation criteria are not provided in the tender notice, only referenced as being in the ITQ document, hindering bidder understanding.
Absence of explicitly stated eligibility requirements creates ambiguity for potential bidders.
Completeness83/100

The provided information is a brief notice rather than a complete tender package. Key documents such as the full ITQ, detailed specifications, and terms and conditions are explicitly stated as missing from the provided content.

Critical tender documents (e.g., full ITQ, detailed specifications, terms and conditions) are not included in the provided information.
Missing explicit mandatory exclusion grounds and detailed eligibility requirements.
Fairness60/100

The open competition procedure promotes fairness. However, the lack of explicit eligibility criteria, mandatory exclusion grounds, and detailed evaluation criteria in the provided notice could impede fair competition by creating uncertainty for bidders.

Lack of explicit eligibility criteria and mandatory exclusion grounds in the provided information may lead to uncertainty and potential for subjective interpretation.
Absence of detailed evaluation criteria in the tender notice prevents bidders from fully understanding the basis of award, potentially impacting fair competition.
Practicality40/100

The use of an eSourcing portal for submission is practical. The 10-month contract duration for the scope described appears reasonable. However, the reliance on external portal access for all attached information means the provided notice alone is insufficient for a comprehensive understanding.

The provided tender notice is incomplete, requiring bidders to access an external portal for all essential documents, which is a practical barrier for initial assessment.
The instruction to review 'all attached information' is problematic given 'DOCUMENTS (0 total)' in the provided content.
Data Consistency100/100

The estimated value is 120,000.00 EUR, while the proposed budget is £100,000 excluding VAT. These figures are broadly consistent given currency conversion rates, but the use of different currencies could cause minor confusion.

The estimated value is stated in EUR (120,000.00 EUR) while the budget limit is in GBP (£100,000), which, while broadly consistent, introduces a minor currency discrepancy.
Sustainability25/100

The tender explicitly mentions promoting a 'sustainable methodology' for future research, indicating a focus on the longevity and value of the study's output.

The tender lacks broader environmental or social sustainability criteria, as flagged by automated checks, beyond the methodological sustainability of the research itself.

Strengths

Clear brief description of the requirement, including definitions of key terms.
Utilizes an established eSourcing portal (Jaggaer) for standardized submission.
Highlights an 'Innovation Focus' and promotes a sustainable methodology for future research.
Employs an open competition procedure, fostering broader participation.
Reasonable contract duration (10 months) for the described scope.

Concerns

Significant lack of essential tender documentation (e.g., full ITQ, detailed specifications, terms and conditions) in the provided information.
Absence of explicitly stated mandatory exclusion grounds and detailed eligibility requirements in the tender notice.
Missing detailed evaluation criteria, hindering bidders' ability to prepare competitive and compliant proposals.
Reliance on external portal access for all critical documents, making initial assessment from the notice alone incomplete.
Lack of broader environmental or social sustainability criteria.

Recommendations

1. Ensure all critical tender documents, including the full ITQ, detailed specifications, and evaluation criteria, are either directly attached or clearly linked and accessible from the initial tender notice.
2. Explicitly state all mandatory exclusion grounds and comprehensive eligibility requirements within the tender notice to enhance transparency and legal certainty.
3. Provide clear and detailed evaluation criteria with their respective weightings in the tender notice to guide bidders in preparing responsive proposals.

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