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SeeTrack Licence 2025-2029

UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE

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14 May 2025 at 08:15

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Hydrographic Office, a central government public authority based in Taunton, has completed a direct procurement process for the SeeTrack Licence 2025-2029, an initiative falling under the Software package and information systems category. This contract was awarded under a "Below threshold - without competition" method to SeeByte, a small and medium-sized enterprise located in Edinburgh. The procurement process reached the award stage on 14th May 2025, with the contract signed and active from 9th May 2025 until 8th May 2029. The delivery will take place within the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKK region, with a gross contract value of £102,300.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in software development and information systems, particularly those specialising in maritime solutions. The specific focus on licensing indicates an ongoing need for innovation and technical support, making it a favourable prospect for SMEs with niche software capabilities. Enterprises looking to expand their footprint in public sector contracts without engaging in highly competitive bidding may find similar opportunities appealing for leveraging their technical expertise and fostering growth in the technology sector.

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Notice Title

SeeTrack Licence 2025-2029

Notice Description

SeeTrack Licence 2025-2029 for UKHO

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05129c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021064-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£85,250 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
8 May 2025 - 8 May 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ukho.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 2DN
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Taunton East
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEEBYTE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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