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Orthorectification Service Framework 2026 - 2030

Natural Resources Wales

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

02 Jul 2026 at 11:17

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

05 Jun 2026 at 13:36

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

30 Mar 2026 at 09:52

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

21 Jan 2026 at 15:48

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Natural Resources Wales for the Orthorectification Service Framework from 2026 to 2030 is now at the completion stage. This contract has been awarded to Geo Smart Decisions Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise, and covers the entirety of Wales from its initiation start date on 22nd June 2026 until 21st June 2028, with a budget of £450,000 gross. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, with a framework agreement that does not involve the reopening of competition. The primary aim is to validate and rectify tree species data in the Welsh Government Woodland Estate over this period, ensuring data accuracy in 69 forest areas and concluding within a four-year timeframe.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), surveying, and forestry services. With the procurement focusing on orthorectification and data validation, companies with expertise in these areas can extend their influence within the public sector. Opportunities exist for businesses that can offer robust GIS solutions or possess an agile capacity to tackle forestry data challenges. Small and mid-sized enterprises with capabilities in managing framework agreements or delivering targeted GIS services would find this contract conducive to their growth and market expansion objectives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Orthorectification Service Framework 2026 - 2030

Notice Description

This is a Contract Details Notice for Orthorectification GIS and Survey and other GIS services on the Welsh Government Woodland Estate. The purpose of the Orthorectification Framework is to validate and correct the tree species data that NRW holds for the Welsh Government Woodland Estate (WGWE) in Forester Web and other GIS systems.There are currently 69 forest areas and orthorectification of the whole WGWE will be validated over 5 years. Over the lifetime of this framework (4 years), approximately 13 plans will be validated annually dependant on errors and queries and budget. The framework is for two years with the option to extend for a further 12 + 12 months.The new framework includes the whole of Wales.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The anticipated duration of the framework agreement will be 4 years 2 years with the option to extend for a further 12 x 12 months. There will be no option to extend once the 4 years has come to an end The decision on whether to use the above options will be at NRW's discretion.

Planning Information

Suppliers are invited to complete a Pre Market Engagement Questionnaire for Orthorectification Services. The purpose of the engagement is to gather market insight to help shape our approach and ensure that suppliers are aware of the upcoming opportunity. Participation is optional and does not form part of any formal evaluation, nor will it affect a supplier's ability to participate in the future procurement. To access the Pre Market Engagement Questionnaire: 1) Register or log into the e TenderWales portal: https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml 2) Once logged in follow the link below to express an interest to access the questionnaire directly: https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/go/20983368019BE036E621 Suppliers are encouraged to review the document and submit responses to the PME Questionnaire via the eTenderWales portal by Wednesday 4th February 2026 - 13:00 hrs If you encounter issues accessing the system please contact the Bravo helpdesk at help@bravosolution.co.uk, or contact the Procurement Lead sarah.ryan@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk TIMELINES PME Launch: 21st January 2026 Deadline for return of PME Questionnaires: 4th February 2026 - 13:00 hrs Conclude PME: 4th February 2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060b76
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062149-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77200000 - Forestry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£375,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
2 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
5 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2026 - 21 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Natural Resources Wales
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Geo Smart Decisions Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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