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Procurement of Data Research Repository Replacement Proof of Concept

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

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24 Mar 2026 at 17:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has completed the procurement process for the "Procurement of Data Research Repository Replacement Proof of Concept." The tender falls under the software-related services industry category, with a procurement value of £37,438 and was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract runs from 12 January 2026 to 31 March 2026. Despite its worldwide scope, key delivery areas include the United Kingdom and several overseas territories. The initial tender period ended on 9 January 2026, and the award to Elsevier B.V was published on 24 March 2026.

This tender represents a potential growth opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the software services sector, as DEFRA's suitability criteria included opportunities for SMEs. Businesses specialising in software development, data management services, and technological innovation are particularly well-suited to engage in such contracts. The successful award to Elsevier B.V indicates opportunities within international markets, suggesting avenues for expansion beyond domestic borders for firms capable of handling global delivery and compliance requirements.

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Notice Title

Procurement of Data Research Repository Replacement Proof of Concept

Notice Description

Procurement of Data Research Repository Replacement Proof of Concept

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3f89324e-4f0c-47a2-a978-a4d32e4ab715
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10b2814a-fc2e-4486-b852-158ab54e9b9b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£37,438 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,438 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 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
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5AH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELSEVIER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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