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UKRI-5186 Earth Observation Data Hub (EODH) Project

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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28 Aug 2025 at 12:49

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "UKRI-5186 Earth Observation Data Hub (EODH) Project" was conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, UK. The procurement falls under the goods category, with additional services related to software packages and information systems. The process has reached the contract award stage, with the agreement signed on 27th August 2025, and commenced on 28th August 2025, set to conclude by 15th March 2026. The procurement methodology employed was direct, under a 'below threshold - without competition' approach.

This procurement offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software development and data systems, providing an invaluable chance for smaller enterprises such as SMEs with the necessary expertise to maintain and enhance the functionality of existing applications. The awarded contract was given to Oxidian Ltd, an SME, highlighting opportunities for similar-sized firms with capabilities in managing substantial IT projects without competitive bidding. The strategic location within the UK, coupled with government backing, presents an attractive proposition for relevant industry players keen on expanding their footprint or public sector involvement.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5186 Earth Observation Data Hub (EODH) Project

Notice Description

UKRI requires the continuation of DataHub Applications and Support as part of Phase 2 of the existing EODH project. This is essential to maintain and build upon the outputs delivered during Phase 1, ensuring sustained functionality and value from the developed applications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058f5a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051976-2025
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
£79,844 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
27 Aug 2025 - 15 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
01793442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OXIDIAN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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