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

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9f569bda-0b66-458c-b14e-a38d0f038d4d

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## Summary

This procurement process is conducted by DEFRA, described under the tender titled "Central - AOMR Lot 3 Direct Award 2026-27 - EMD North - Ground Control," within the flood-prevention works industry category. The project is located in the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the West Midlands region. The procurement follows a selective method, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, with the award stage completed as of 1st April 2026. The contract was valued at £950,000 and covers a very short contract period, from 30th March to 31st March 2026. The tender process closed on 29th March 2026, and the award status was formally published on 27th April 2026.

This tender offers growth opportunities primarily for larger businesses in the flood-prevention sector, suitable for those capable of fulfilling framework agreements. The procurement does not specifically favour SMEs or VCSEs, suggesting that well-established entities like Ground Control Limited make ideal bidders. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a business's portfolio in governmental works and leverage substantial financial projects to drive growth. Companies with experience in environmental management and ground control operations are particularly well-suited to compete in this arena.

## Notice

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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea6a29b4-558e-4dda-a0f5-efed76eace7c |
| 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 | 29 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 19:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea6a29b4-558e-4dda-a0f5-efed76eace7c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea6a29b4-558e-4dda-a0f5-efed76eace7c
  27th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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