Expressions of interest are invited to carry out an appraisal of options for future service delivery for Tyne & Wear Archives Service. The Service has recently been unsuccessful in attracting funding for new accommodation, and has now decided to review its wider service delivery options, taking particular account of accommodation, partnership opportunities and the wider vision for archives in the UK, as well as local aspirations. It is envisaged that the appraisal will take approximately 30 days, including site visits, consultation with key stakeholders and the presentation of a formal report. Further information, and a brief, is available from Tyne & Wear Archives Service. Proposals setting out the proposed approach to the task, relevant knowledge, experience and skills, timetable and quotation for the work should be received by Friday 23 March 2007, and the deadline for completion of the work is mid-June. Liz Rees Chief Archivist Tyne & Wear Archives Service Blandford House, Blandford Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4JA Tel (direct) 0191 277 2241; (switchboard) 0191 232 6789 Fax 0191 230 2614 E-mail [log in to unmask] Website www.tyneandweararchives.org.uk ******************************************************* Important Information This e-mail and its attachments may be confidential and are intended solely for the use of the individual to whom it is addressed. Any views or opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Gateshead Council. If you are not the intended recipient of this e-mail and its attachments, you must take no action based upon them, nor must you copy or show them to anyone. Please contact the sender if you believe you have received this e-mail in error. *******************************************************