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Technology and Data Professional Services Framework

Ordnance Survey

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

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02 Sep 2026 at 16:12

UK4 - Tender Notice
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11 Aug 2026 at 16:54

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

22 May 2026 at 16:32

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
PlanningUpdate

21 May 2026 at 14:36

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

21 May 2026 at 14:29

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

19 May 2025 at 11:23

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Ordnance Survey Limited is seeking technology and data professional services to support its strategic objectives, transformation programmes, products, services and day-to-day operations. The requirement covers specialist resources and teams for geospatial application development, data capture, processing and integration; general software development for internal systems, customer-facing applications, enterprise platforms, APIs and related services; functional and non-functional testing, quality assurance, automation, performance, security and accessibility testing; and artificial intelligence and advanced analytics, including machine learning, data science, predictive analytics, generative AI and agent-based systems. The services will support geospatial data production, digital products, data solutions, automation, decision-making and business change. This is a UK-wide requirement, bought by Ordnance Survey Limited, which is based in Southampton. CPV 72000000 applies to IT, software development, internet and support services.

The procurement has reached tender: Ordnance Survey invited offers through an above-threshold open procedure. It is a four-lot closed framework covering geospatial applications, general software development, general testing services and AI services; suppliers may bid for one or more lots. Up to 12 suppliers may be appointed overall, with up to three anticipated for each lot. Call-offs may use further competition or direct award. The framework is valued at £8,000,000 excluding VAT and £9,600,000 including VAT, with no guaranteed minimum spend. Enquiries closed on 25 August 2026 at 12:00 and offers were due by 21 September 2026 at 12:00. The anticipated award decision date is 30 November 2026. Contracts are planned from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2030, with one possible 12-month extension. Evaluation is 30% price, 60% quality and 10% social value.

This opportunity suits established technology and data specialists able to provide qualified, experienced professionals or delivery teams across one or more of the four lots. Relevant strengths include geospatial application development and data capture; software design, integration, APIs and platform maintenance; functional and non-functional testing, test automation, performance and security assurance; or AI, machine learning, data science, predictive analytics, generative AI and agent-based systems. Suppliers should be able to mobilise quickly, manage performance and quality, support innovation and continuous improvement, collaborate with Ordnance Survey, transfer knowledge and meet defined role profiles and capability standards. Bidders need evidence of relevant technical ability, contract examples and required accreditations, and must ensure relied-on subcontractors meet the requirements. Insurance levels must be held or committed before award. Lot 1 is identified as suitable for SMEs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Technology and Data Professional Services Framework

Notice Description

Ordnance Survey (OS) requires Suppliers to provide technology and data professional services to support the delivery of its strategic objectives, transformation programmes, products, services and operational requirements. The Suppliers shall deliver specialist technology and data expertise through a multi-lot framework agreement, providing access to suitably qualified professionals across a range of disciplines, including software engineering, geospatial applications, testing services and artificial intelligence. The framework will provide OS with a flexible and efficient route to market for the procurement of specialist resources and services required to support projects, programmes, service delivery and business change activities. The scope of the Framework includes, but is not limited to: * Provision of specialist resources and teams to support the design, development, implementation, enhancement and maintenance of geospatial applications and data solutions. * Provision of software development services to support digital products, online services, APIs, data integration, data processing, data sharing and related technology capabilities. * Provision of functional and non-functional testing services, including quality assurance, test automation, performance testing, security testing and associated testing activities. * Provision of artificial intelligence and machine learning services, including the design, development and deployment of AI-enabled solutions, agentic systems and other advanced AI capabilities. The Framework is intended to support OS in achieving improved delivery capability, enhanced service resilience, increased organisational agility, innovation, operational efficiency and the successful delivery of strategic technology and data initiatives. The successful Suppliers will be expected to work collaboratively with OS and relevant stakeholders to ensure the continuous delivery, improvement and optimisation of services throughout the Framework term. Suppliers will be required to provide resources that align with OS-defined role profiles, capability standards and specific business requirements. The Authority may require flexibility to accommodate changes in demand, technological developments, legislative requirements, organisational priorities, emerging technologies and future business needs during the Framework term. The Framework is to be divided into four Lots: * Lot 1: Geospatial Applications * Lot 2: General Software Development * Lot 3: General Testing Services * Lot 4: AI Services Suppliers may bid for one or more Lots. It is anticipated that up to three Suppliers will be appointed to each Lot. Call-off contracts may be awarded through either further competition or direct award in accordance with the Framework Agreement. OS does not guarantee any minimum level of spend under the Framework. Further details of the requirements are contained within the procurement documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Geospatial Applications

Suppliers under Lot 1 will be required to be capable of delivering specialist geospatial application development and data capture services to support Ordnance Survey's (OS) geo-production capability and wider geospatial data ecosystem. This Lot focuses on the delivery, enhancement, and maintenance of systems used to capture, manage, process, and integrate geospatial data into OS core datasets. This includes both manual and automated data capture processes, spatial data transformation, and the development of applications supporting data production workflows.

Renewal: 1x12 month extension

Lot 2 - General Software Development

Suppliers under Lot 2 will be required to be capable of delivering general software development services to support the design, development, enhancement, integration, and maintenance of digital systems and platforms across Ordnance Survey (OS). The Lot will support a broad range of business and technology requirements, including internal systems, customer-facing applications, enterprise platforms, APIs, and supporting services.

Renewal: 1x12 month extension

Lot 3 - General Testing Services

Lot 3 provides access to suppliers capable of delivering comprehensive software testing and quality assurance services to support Ordnance Survey (OS) in the successful delivery of its products, platforms, and services. This Lot focuses on both functional and non-functional testing services, ensuring that systems developed across OS meet defined requirements, perform effectively under expected conditions, and provide a secure, accessible, and high-quality user experience.

Renewal: 1x12 month extension

Lot 4 - AI Services

Lot 4 provides access to suppliers capable of delivering Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced analytics services to support Ordnance Survey's (OS) ability to design, develop, deploy, and operationalise intelligent solutions across its technical landscape. This Lot covers a broad range of capabilities, including machine learning, data science, predictive analytics, and emerging AI technologies (including generative AI and agent-based systems). Services will support the development of innovative solutions to enhance geospatial data processing, automation, decision-making, and customer-facing services. This Lot will enable OS to accelerate innovation, improve efficiency, and unlock value from data through the application of advanced analytics and AI solutions, aligned to organisational governance, ethical standards, and delivery frameworks.

Renewal: 1x12 month extension

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0516aa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083185-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

72226000 - System software acceptance testing consultancy services

72227000 - Software integration consultancy services

72246000 - Systems consultancy services

72266000 - Software consultancy services

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Sep 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Ordnance Survey
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO16 0AS
Postcode Area
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ32 Southampton
Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams
Westminster Constituency
Romsey and Southampton North

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Notice Documents

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