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title: "Cloud-based cross-government land map project and related GIS initiatives"
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# Cloud-based cross-government land map project and related GIS initiatives

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3fe41283-6960-439d-b62f-ed252698bd4c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Cloud-based cross-government land map project and related GIS initiatives" has been finalised with the award status being marked as active. This contract, initiated through a tender by Defra (Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs), involves the provision of cloud support services for government GIS initiatives. Targeting the services industry, the procurement follows a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract is valued at £500,000 and spans from February 23, 2026, to February 22, 2027. Delivery locations include the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Isle of Man, Europe, and globally. Key dates include the tender period ending on February 22, 2026, followed by the contract award to Informed Solutions Ltd. on the same day.

This tender represents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and cloud support services. Given the project's cross-government scale and focus on innovative GIS initiatives, companies within the tech and environmental sectors can greatly benefit. Furthermore, the procurement has been designed to be accessible for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), enhancing diversity and inclusivity in government contracting. As the contract covers a wide geographical area, businesses with multinational capabilities or aspirations for international reach are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity.

## Notice

This Call-Off Contract is for the provision of cloud support services for the cross-government land map programme and other related GIS initiatives.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7090ff79-f736-4383-9599-e765084b9a39 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £500,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INFORMED SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38221000 - Geographic information systems (GIS or equivalent)

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 09:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7090ff79-f736-4383-9599-e765084b9a39

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7090ff79-f736-4383-9599-e765084b9a39
  26th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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