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07 Jul 2026 at 11:08

Summary of the contracting process

The contract titled "Support and Development for the National Biodiversity Network and NBN Atlas" has been awarded as of 7th July 2026, with the contract period extending until 31st March 2027 and a potential extension until 31st March 2028. The procurement process was managed by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs on behalf of Natural England, a central government public authority headquartered in London. The procurement was conducted using a direct method below the threshold without competition, classifying it under the services category and focused on membership organisation services. The main supplier is the National Biodiversity Network Trust, situated in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations involved in biodiversity data management and networking. The primary focus is on supporting an effective mechanism for mobilising and sharing biodiversity information, making it ideal for businesses specialising in environmental data analysis, citizen science, and collaborative ecological projects. Given the strategic ambitions of the NBN Trust, companies offering innovative data solutions and possessing a robust understanding of biodiversity networks stand to gain considerably from engaging with this contract. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the capacity to integrate into a wider community and contribute towards the strategic goals of the NBN Trust can particularly benefit from the collaborative nature of this project.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Support and Development for the National Biodiversity Network and NBN Atlas

Notice Description

Under this MoA the Partner will undertake activities to achieve the NBN Trust's four strategic ambitions, as set out in the Trust's 2022-2027 Strategy, Making Data Work for Nature: 1. The NBN Atlas is the 'go to' place for sharing, finding and accessing UK biodiversity data. 2. Biodiversity data is providing the evidence needed for nature's recovery. 3. Citizen science is valued, supported and expanded as a major source of biodiversity data. 4. The National Biodiversity Network is a well-connected and highly collaborative community with a united voice on key issues. The Authority will support the delivery of the NBN Trust strategy as required and recognise the role of the Partner as facilitator within a wider partnership. They will recognise and support the NBN as an effective mechanism for mobilising and sharing biodiversity information collected by them either through the direct activities of their staff or through contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c513
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063594-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98100000 - Membership organisation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£89,716 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
NATURAL ENGLAND
Additional Buyers

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

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

NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY NETWORK TRUST

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