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Development of a GIS spatial inventory of sand dune communities using the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England survey

NATURAL ENGLAND

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18 Feb 2026 at 16:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Natural England focuses on developing a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) spatial inventory of sand dune communities using historical survey data. This project, awarded to the University of Southampton, involves digitising existing paper maps into a secure, digital format for long-term preservation. The procurement was conducted as an open, below-threshold competition, with Natural England as the contracting authority based in London, UK. The contract was initiated on 12th February 2026 and is set to be completed by the end of May 2026, with a total contract value of £24,013.44.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in GIS technology and environmental services, particularly those with expertise in data digitisation and environmental data management. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were encouraged to participate in the bidding process, making it a suitable opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their operations in the UK environmental sector. The open procurement method ensures a competitive bidding environment, providing equal opportunities for capable firms to contribute to this significant conservation project.

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Notice Title

Development of a GIS spatial inventory of sand dune communities using the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England survey

Notice Description

To digitise (geo-reference) the Sand Dune Vegetation Survey of England survey maps (Radley, 1994). These are currently only available as paper maps which have been scanned by Natural England staff but need to be digitised to make them more widely available and to provide long-term security of this important dataset. The aim of the project is to create a GIS spatial inventory of sand dune communities using the 1980-1990 survey data capturing the appropriate attributes to enable future interrogation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0604cc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014980-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

38221000 - Geographic information systems (GIS or equivalent)

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,832 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,832 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,011 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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