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title: "National Character Area (NCA) Platform and Database Phase II: baseline analysis and evaluation"
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# National Character Area (NCA) Platform and Database Phase II: baseline analysis and evaluation

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4584caaa-6788-415d-937b-114401764491

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is procuring the "National Character Area (NCA) Platform and Database Phase II: baseline analysis and evaluation" within the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) industry category. The procurement method employed is a direct single tender action. The tender was awarded on 1st November 2021, following a tender period that concluded on 29th October 2021. The contract duration is from 1st November 2021 to 31st March 2022, with a total contract value of £138,361. The project's scope is part of the Natural England landscape monitoring strategy, focusing on landscape change reporting against significant environmental indicators.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specializing in services related to geographic information systems, particularly those with expertise in data analysis and environmental monitoring. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this procurement process is accessible to them. Firms that can demonstrate capability in developing databases, conducting evaluations, or contributing to environmental monitoring strategies would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially fostering business growth and expanding their service offerings in the public sector.

## Notice

NCA Platform, Database & Atlas Project - Phase 2. This project includes Phase 2 work that builds on previously commissioned work for the development of a National Character Area (NCA) framework Landscape Change Database and Landscape Change Atlas and Dashboard. This commission is part of the Natural England landscape monitoring and evaluation strategy, and includes a particular focus on contributing to reporting against the Defra 25 Year Environment Plan Indicator G1: 'Changes to landscape and waterscape character'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89528a56-9bf5-4fc2-b4ed-c023a620f9ae |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £138,361 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £138,361 |
| 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 NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| 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 | LAND USE CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38221000 - Geographic information systems (GIS or equivalent)

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2021 at 15:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89528a56-9bf5-4fc2-b4ed-c023a620f9ae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89528a56-9bf5-4fc2-b4ed-c023a620f9ae
  3rd November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/be7f7fea-3397-4485-963d-119929cf765d
  n/a
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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