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13 Jul 2026 at 13:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Mining Remediation Authority has completed a call-off contract under the Ground Investigation Framework for Ground Investigation works. This procurement process, categorised under 'works' in the ground investigation industry, is located in the UK and the contract was awarded on 5th May 2026. The procurement process was conducted through a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, as it falls outside the scope of the directive. The Mining Remediation Authority, located in Nottinghamshire, was responsible for awarding this contract, and the procurement status is now complete.

This tender represents growth opportunities for businesses involved in ground investigations, particularly those specialising in or capable of performing works under existing frameworks. Ian Farmer Associates, a small and medium enterprise, was the successful supplier, demonstrating that SMEs are well-suited to compete in these procurement processes. The contract highlights the potential for businesses involved in ground and mining investigations to secure contracts that contribute to substantial industry projects within the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Ground Investigations Works

Notice Description

The Mining Remediation Authority awarded a call-off contract under the (5450) Ground Investigation Framework (Lots 1, 2 and 3 - All Regions) for Ground Investigation work.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Mining Remediation Authority awarded a call-off contract under the Drilling and Grouting Framework (Lots 1, 2 and 3 - All Regions) for Ground Investigation work.

Procurement Information

The contract was awarded through a call-off under the Mining Remediation Authority's existing Ground Investigation Framework Agreement. The framework was established following a competitive procurement process and permits the award of call-off contracts in accordance with its terms.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c997
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065637-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45111250 - Ground investigation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,801 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Postcode
NG18 4RG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Mansfield
Electoral Ward
Berry Hill
Westminster Constituency
Mansfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IAN FARMER ASSOCIATES

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