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FME (Feature Manipulation Engine) Software and Support

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL

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19 Jan 2026 at 10:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by Bristol City Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Bristol, United Kingdom. The procurement was for the provision of FME (Feature Manipulation Engine) Software and Support over a three-year period. The contract has been awarded to 1SPATIAL GROUP LIMITED, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Cambridge. The procurement method used was limited competition, classified as below-threshold, and falls under the industry category of services, specifically support services of personal computers. The contract was signed on 15 January 2026, with the service period commencing on 1 February 2026, and is set to end on 31 January 2029, with an option to extend for twelve months.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering software support solutions. Companies capable of providing customised software solutions and dedicated IT support can benefit from similar contracts. This contract with Bristol City Council highlights the potential for growth within the public sector, offering stable contracts that ensure steady income over a multi-year period. Small to medium-sized enterprises, especially those located in the UK with expertise in software engineering and IT support, are particularly well-suited to compete for similar tenders in the future, given the council's inclination towards fostering relationships with SMEs.

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Notice Title

FME (Feature Manipulation Engine) Software and Support

Notice Description

Provision of FME (Feature Manipulation Engine) Software and Support for 3 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06086d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004231-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50324000 - Support services of personal computers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£88,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 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
BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
jo.mealing@bristol.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5TR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

1SPATIAL GROUP

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