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title: "BNG Software Management"
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buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# BNG Software Management

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f3b1dcd7-61a0-4b96-91dc-f0fb3a1348e6

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## Summary

Durham County Council has concluded the procurement process for the "BNG Software Management" contract, aimed at enhancing the planning authorities' capacity to deliver Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) using advanced computing systems. The contract is focused on IT services within the North East of the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the integration and support of planning software to improve monitoring and compliance processes. The procurement process reached the award stage, with Verna Earth Solutions Ltd being selected as the supplier. The contract value is £44,100, and it will span from 2 May 2026 to 1 May 2028, having been published on 24 April 2026. The procurement method utilised was selective, leveraging a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender creates valuable opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering specialised IT consulting and software development services. Companies operating within the IT services sector and possessing expertise in government planning software integration will find this contract beneficial for expanding their portfolios. The nature of the project requires firms that can offer innovative solutions that align with statutory obligations, providing a platform for demonstrating technical proficiency and enhancing reputation in the public sector domain.

## Notice

Planning authorities have a statutory duty to ensure BNG is delivered by assessing planning applications and subsequently monitoring and enforcing relevant conditions and legal agreements. To achieve this, the service depends on computer systems that can automatically calculate the BNG metric for planning applications, support monitoring and compliance, and integrate with existing planning software.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/064983eb-bf4e-4cc3-b84f-7f60c17196c7 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 May 2026 - 1 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,100 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,100 |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VERNA EARTH SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 24 Apr 2026 at 07:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/064983eb-bf4e-4cc3-b84f-7f60c17196c7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/064983eb-bf4e-4cc3-b84f-7f60c17196c7
  24th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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