Archaeological investigations on 2 sites in the Kennet Valley

As a member of the Environment Agency Fisheries and Biodiversity team, we are looking to deliver 2 river and floodplain restoration projects. Both projects require excavation of floodplain soils in order to create the necessary channel alignment or to source river gravels. We are aware of the archaeological interest of the Kennet Valley and wish to employ an experienced archaeological consultant to deliver for both sites:

1. Archaeological Appraisal 2. Written Scheme of Investigation (WSI) 3. Outline price for proposed field work identified in task 2. This element to be formally added to contract as a compensation event.

Site locations: River Lambourn at Bagnor Estate and River Kennet at Kintbury

Project completion: 31 March 2024

Key Skills: Archaeological desk based assessments, planning field work, managing field work including Health and safety of construction activities.

The opportunity is being administered on Defra's e-tendering portal: https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome

If you are interested in this tender, please ensure your company is registered on the above portal and email matt.chapman@defra.gov.uk to confirm your interest. Your company will then be added to the tender once it is published.

******Update 04/01/24: Please note that we have extended the deadline for expressions of interest and this will now be 5pm on Tuesday 9th January.

Expressions of interest via email will need to be made on or prior to this date.