Scientists discover a major cache of fossils in the Cotswolds

The video tutorial describes a research project involving the discovery of a quarry using Google Earth. The team contacts the site manager to arrange a visit. Upon visiting, they find a clay layer at the quarry's bottom, containing numerous fossils, including crinolines or feather stars. The fossils are notable for having all five classes of germs, including draw elements and ithorian features.

Who did the researchers contact to arrange their visit to the quarry?

What unique characteristic does the fossil mentioned have regarding germs?