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Geospatial Enabling Programme Delivery Partner

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

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30 Oct 2025 at 16:05

Tender

02 Jul 2025 at 15:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has awarded the Geospatial Enabling Programme Delivery Partner contract to Informed Solutions Limited. This contract, aimed at resolving user issues in geospatial data usage, was concluded under the Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System Framework NW2.1 for Space Enabled and Geospatial Services, in accordance with the Public Contract Regulations 2015. It involves data management services classified under CPV code 72322000. The contract, valued at approximately £10,361,050, is primarily for the UK region, with evaluations conducted in August 2025 and the contract signed on 29 September 2025. The procurement process followed an open procedure with options for extensions.

This procurement project presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in geospatial data and related services. As Informed Solutions Ltd. has been awarded the contract, other geospatial specialists, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), might find subcontracting opportunities. Engaging in such a significant government contract can provide valuable experience and increase visibility within the industry. Businesses proficient in developing data management services, drone surveillance, AI technology, and innovative land-use mapping are especially well-suited to contribute to this initiative and drive further growth through associated opportunities within Defra's larger geospatial and environmental programmes.

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Notice Title

Geospatial Enabling Programme Delivery Partner

Notice Description

The Geospatial Enabling Programme Delivery Partner contract addresses user issues in the use of geospatial data. This has led to inefficiencies, duplication of effort, and inhibits Defra ability to support the public effectively. <br/>This contract was awarded under the Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Framework NW2.1 - Space Enabled and Geospatial Services, in accordance with the Public Contract Regulations 2015.<br/>A total of eight tenders were received, with three deemed fully compliant and approved for commercial evaluation. Technical assessments were conducted between 11 August and 22 August 2025.<br/>Informed Solutions Limited were the successful bidder and have been awarded the contract for the sum of PS10,361,050 (comprising of a maximum of PS1,301,050 for the initial term plus the optional statements of work to a value of PS9,060,000) for the provision of the Geospatial Enabling Programme Delivery Partner. The contract value is an estimate only for resourcing costs and does not include costs for technology or digitising of data. The contract value estimate will be dependent upon whether an extension (in part or in whole) is enacted, whether any optional services (in part or in whole) are enacted, the extent of any contract changes, and the indices used to index prices.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Geospatial Enabling Programme Delivery Partner contract addresses user issues in the use of geospatial data. This has led to inefficiencies, duplication of effort, and inhibits Defra ability to support the public effectively.
This contract was awarded under the Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Framework NW2.1 - Space Enabled and Geospatial Services, in accordance with the Public Contract Regulations 2015.
A total of eight tenders were received, with three deemed fully compliant and approved for commercial evaluation. Technical assessments were conducted between 11 August and 22 August 2025.
Informed Solutions Limited were the successful bidder and have been awarded the contract for the sum of PS10,361,050 (comprising of a maximum of PS1,301,050 for the initial term plus the optional statements of work to a value of PS9,060,000) for the provision of the Geospatial Enabling Programme Delivery Partner. The contract value is an estimate only for resourcing costs and does not include costs for technology or digitising of data. The contract value estimate will be dependent upon whether an extension (in part or in whole) is enacted, whether any optional services (in part or in whole) are enacted, the extent of any contract changes, and the indices used to index prices. Additional information: The Geospatial Enabling Programme Delivery Partner contract addresses user issues in the use of geospatial data. This has led to inefficiencies, duplication of effort, and inhibits Defra ability to support the public effectively.
This contract was awarded under the Crown Commercial Services Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Framework NW2.1 - Space Enabled and Geospatial Services, in accordance with the Public Contract Regulations 2015.
A total of eight tenders were received, with three deemed fully compliant and approved for commercial evaluation. Technical assessments were conducted between 11 August and 22 August 2025.
Informed Solutions Limited were the successful bidder and have been awarded the contract for the sum of PS10,361,050 (comprising of a maximum of PS1,301,050 for the initial term plus the optional statements of work to a value of PS9,060,000) for the provision of the Geospatial Enabling Programme Delivery Partner. The contract value is an estimate only for resourcing costs and does not include costs for technology or digitising of data. The contract value estimate will be dependent upon whether an extension (in part or in whole) is enacted, whether any optional services (in part or in whole) are enacted, the extent of any contract changes, and the indices used to index prices.

Options: Options include an initial three year optional extension (that can be executed in smaller increments if required) and a following one year optional extension. Statements of Work may be called off as part of these extensions if required.

Renewal: The contract term will consist of an initial 6 Month term, with the option to extend for a further 4 years in 3+1 increments (subject to further approvals). These optional years can be executed in smaller increments if required. These will be to complete Optional Statements of Work that are described in the tender pack and these will be called off if required (subject to further approvals).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0557db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069849-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72322000 - Data management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,458,300 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£13,458,300 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,361,050 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
Tom Dubberley
Contact Email
tom.dubberley@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7827903738

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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INFORMED SOLUTIONS

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