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title: "Data Observatory & Instant Atlas"
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buyer: "KIRKLEES COUNCIL"
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# Data Observatory & Instant Atlas

Buyer: KIRKLEES COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4932d86f-7638-48f8-b2e3-e6c7a3f92a95

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## Summary

This public procurement process involves Kirklees Council, located in Huddersfield, England, as the buying organisation. The project, titled "Data Observatory & Instant Atlas," falls under the IT services industry category and involves consulting, software development, internet, and support services. The procurement method utilised is a direct award via a Framework. The tender period concluded on 24 January 2026, with the contract period beginning on 1 February 2026 and ending on 31 January 2029. The award status is active, as of 31 January 2026, with ESRI (UK) Limited selected as the supplier.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses within the IT services sector, particularly those capable of delivering consulting and software development services. It is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs, given the suitability criteria mentioned. With the procurement delivering services via a Framework agreement and a substantial contract valued at £42,444, businesses that specialise in housing, environmental, and planning solutions can leverage this project to enhance their growth and establish a long-term relationship with Kirklees Council.

## Notice

For the supply of Kirklees Data Observatory CCS Vertical Applications Solutions framework (VAS) (RM6259) Lot 3 - Housing, Environmental and Planning Solutions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dab58e9-6d0d-4fbc-8181-410c985c7125 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct award via a Framework |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £42,444 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £42,444 |
| 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 | KIRKLEES COUNCIL |
| Locality | HUDDERSFIELD |
| Post town | Huddersfield |
| Postcode | HD1 2TA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees |
| Local authority | Kirklees |
| Electoral ward | Newsome |
| Westminster constituency | Huddersfield |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ESRI (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2026 at 15:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dab58e9-6d0d-4fbc-8181-410c985c7125

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dab58e9-6d0d-4fbc-8181-410c985c7125
  16th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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