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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by the Forestry Commission, focuses on a project titled "Project K: Creating SHINE data for Low Sensitivity Areas in England - Gloucestershire". The aim is to enhance and develop the SHINE dataset to better address non-designated heritage assets in woodland creation proposals. This contract falls under the services category, specifically data services, and is situated in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom. The procurement process has been completed with Gloucestershire County Council as the awarded supplier. Key dates include the contract start date on 8th June 2026 and the end date on 31st March 2027. The entire process was carried out using a below threshold procurement method. The contract, valued at £49,824 (net amount), was formally signed on 1st June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in data services, particularly those capable of developing and managing large datasets related to heritage and environmental assets. Companies with expertise in GIS and data analytics in the context of environmental science would find this contract beneficial for growth and expanding their portfolio with public sector engagements. Large-scale firms with experience working with government bodies and those with the capacity to innovate in data provision are well-suited to engage in future opportunities similar to this project. Such initiatives not only provide lucrative financial returns but also allow businesses to contribute to heritage and environmental conservation efforts.

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Notice Title

Project K: Creating SHINE data for Low Sensitivity Areas in England - Gloucestershire

Notice Description

Creating and enhancing the SHINE dataset in Low Sensitivity Areas to help better consider non-designated heritage assets in woodland creation proposals.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d7e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072300-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,824 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jun 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
FORESTRY COMMISSION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS16 1EJ
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)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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