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Operationalisation of prototype geospatial query and reporting database/tool

NATURAL ENGLAND

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08 May 2025 at 07:45

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, initiated by Natural England, involved the operationalisation of a prototype geospatial query and reporting database/tool in the environmental monitoring sector. The contract was awarded on 28th January 2025 and completed by 17th March 2025. The procurement was conducted through a single tender action under the direct procurement method, suitable for SMEs. Occurring entirely within the United Kingdom, this opportunity was classified under the CPV scheme with a specific focus on services excluding construction. The total contract value was £12,160.

This tender offers business growth possibilities, especially for SMEs with competencies in geospatial and environmental monitoring services. The direct nature of the procurement and its classification under environmental monitoring make it particularly appealing to businesses that are able to deliver innovative technical solutions and tools for data management. This project’s execution and the successful collaboration with the University of Southampton demonstrate the potential for continued partnerships with significant players like Natural England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Operationalisation of prototype geospatial query and reporting database/tool

Notice Description

Operationalisation of prototype geospatial query and reporting database/tool

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ed8e43a-e632-471a-ad66-58ac8ddf2e12
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/545ae882-b013-4a86-8487-f717eb3339e3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,160 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,160 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jan 2025 - 17 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORTHING
Postcode
BN11 1LD
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Worthing
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Worthing West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

Further Information

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