Award

Central - AOMR Lot 3 Direct Award 2026-27 - EMD South - Ground Control

DEFRA

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Award

27 Apr 2026 at 20:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "Central - AOMR Lot 3 Direct Award 2026-27 - EMD South - Ground Control," has reached the award stage and is managed by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The project, involving flood-prevention works, holds a significant value of £950,000 and is aimed at locations within West Midlands, United Kingdom, with specific delivery requirements at SW1P 4DF. The procurement follows a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with contract activities slated between 30th and 31st March 2026. The award, confirmed active on 1st April 2026, was published later that same month on the 27th.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the environmental and infrastructure sectors, specifically those specialising in flood-prevention services. Given its nature and procurement method, larger enterprises that are already part of the relevant framework agreement stand to benefit most, as suitability criteria do not favour SMEs or VCSE organisations. DEFRA, standing as the buying organisation, indicates potential governmental priorities and trends, offering insights for companies seeking future contracts within similar realms across the UK. The awarded supplier, Ground Control Limited, sets a benchmark for competitors focusing on environmental management and control services. Businesses can leverage insights from this case to align their offerings with DEFRA's specifications for upcoming opportunities.

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Notice Title

Central - AOMR Lot 3 Direct Award 2026-27 - EMD South - Ground Control

Notice Description

Central - AOMR Lot 3 Direct Award 2026-27 - EMD South - Ground Control

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-521dd921-a9e8-4f80-abba-6d5cc795b918
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cdc4b33-f61f-4ea4-8f76-127a7afdf88e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45246400 - Flood-prevention works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£950,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£950,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLG West Midlands (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GROUND CONTROL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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