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title: "Central - AOMR Lot 3 Direct Award 2026-27 - EMD South - Ground Control"
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published: "2026-04-27"
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# Central - AOMR Lot 3 Direct Award 2026-27 - EMD South - Ground Control

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-521dd921-a9e8-4f80-abba-6d5cc795b918

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "Central - AOMR Lot 3 Direct Award 2026-27 - EMD South - Ground Control," has reached the award stage and is managed by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). The project, involving flood-prevention works, holds a significant value of £950,000 and is aimed at locations within West Midlands, United Kingdom, with specific delivery requirements at SW1P 4DF. The procurement follows a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with contract activities slated between 30th and 31st March 2026. The award, confirmed active on 1st April 2026, was published later that same month on the 27th.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the environmental and infrastructure sectors, specifically those specialising in flood-prevention services. Given its nature and procurement method, larger enterprises that are already part of the relevant framework agreement stand to benefit most, as suitability criteria do not favour SMEs or VCSE organisations. DEFRA, standing as the buying organisation, indicates potential governmental priorities and trends, offering insights for companies seeking future contracts within similar realms across the UK. The awarded supplier, Ground Control Limited, sets a benchmark for competitors focusing on environmental management and control services. Businesses can leverage insights from this case to align their offerings with DEFRA's specifications for upcoming opportunities.

## Notice

Central - AOMR Lot 3 Direct Award 2026-27 - EMD South - Ground Control

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cdc4b33-f61f-4ea4-8f76-127a7afdf88e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £950,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £950,000 |
| 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GROUND CONTROL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45246400 - Flood-prevention works

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 20:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cdc4b33-f61f-4ea4-8f76-127a7afdf88e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9cdc4b33-f61f-4ea4-8f76-127a7afdf88e
  27th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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