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GSS25074 - Georef database

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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16 Jan 2026 at 14:52

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation, a public authority within the central government sector, recently completed a procurement process for a Georef database, resulting in an award to Elsevier Ltd. This procurement used a limited competition method as part of a below-threshold acquisition. The process was managed by UK Shared Business Services Ltd, and the contract commenced on 31st March 2025, with an end date set for 1st April 2028. The service, categorised under subscription services, is expected to operate across the United Kingdom. Though this notice serves merely as an award disclosure, it indicates the significant involvement of key parties in fulfilling national research objectives.

The procurement of the Georef database by UK Research and Innovation showcases potential growth opportunities for businesses specialising in subscription services, particularly those providing advanced database solutions. Companies with expertise in managing large-scale data systems and offering innovative solutions in the technology and research sectors would have been ideal candidates for participation had the procurement been open. Such contracts can facilitate expansion into new markets, enhance company portfolios, and establish strong partnerships within the public sector. However, given the procurement method, future opportunities may still arise for businesses within similar niches as part of ongoing or similar initiatives.

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Notice Title

GSS25074 - Georef database

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for Georef database. This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0607d1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003972-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,092 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 1 Apr 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukri.org, coreservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
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

ELSEVIER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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