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ITEP1091 - FME Database licences 2026

NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED

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06 Jan 2026 at 17:01

Summary of the contracting process

National Highways Limited has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "ITEP1091 - FME Database licences 2026". The tender, categorised under goods and specifically focusing on Geographic Information Systems (GIS or equivalent), involves the supply of one database licence and five incremental licences, inclusive of maintenance and technical support. This procurement was conducted via a direct method, classified as a below-threshold process without competition. The contract, valued at £5,160 gross (£4,300 net) and active from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2026, was awarded to 1Spatial plc. The award documentation was published on 6th January 2026, illustrating the completion and sign-off of the contract by 31st December 2025.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities particularly for entities involved in the production or supply of database management solutions and GIS technology. Large companies specialising in information technology, especially those with capabilities in offering comprehensive software solutions and technical support, are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Such direct procurement methods, often below competition thresholds, can offer strategic entry points for businesses looking to establish or strengthen their engagement with central government authorities, providing a pathway for expanding their public sector portfolio.

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Notice Title

ITEP1091 - FME Database licences 2026

Notice Description

1 x database licence and 5 database incremental licences, including maintenance and technical support

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06006e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000834-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38221000 - Geographic information systems (GIS or equivalent)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,300 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Dec 20251 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 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
NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
info@nationalhighways.co.uk
Contact Phone
0300 123 5000

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6GA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

1SPATIAL

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