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RDE957 - WRGIS essential upgrade

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

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24 Dec 2025 at 12:17

Summary of the contracting process

The Environment Agency, acting as the buying organisation, has concluded the procurement for the "RDE957 - WRGIS essential upgrade," a project focusing on research and development consultancy services. This project aims to deliver essential upgrades to the Water Resources GIS (WRGIS), benefiting locations such as the UK, Europe, and other regions globally. With the procurement conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, the process has reached the award stage as of 11th December 2025. The contract, valued at £59,279.23, commenced on 8th December 2025, and will conclude on 31st March 2026. This procurement is classified under CPV code 73200000, indicating its focus on consultancy services within the research and development industry sector.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those experienced with GIS technology. While the opportunity does not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs, companies with capabilities in this niche can leverage this contract to strengthen their portfolio and establish a working relationship with the Environment Agency. With WSP UK Ltd already awarded the contract, interested businesses can still gain insights or partnerships that may arise to facilitate the successful completion and enhancement of the WRGIS upgrade initiative. Such projects could boost long-term growth, especially for companies looking to expand their services across the covered regions.

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Notice Title

RDE957 - WRGIS essential upgrade

Notice Description

Project will deliver necessary upgrade to the Water Resources GIS (WRGIS). Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-00b1316a-cf63-4f73-a9fe-176a3f6d3dfb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fc52691-622a-4df8-8504-e13962a0c625
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£59,279 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£59,279 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ENVIRONMENT AGENCY
Contact Name
Bo-Jess Brooks
Contact Email
bo.brooks@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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