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title: "LandIS Vector and Soilscapes Database"
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# LandIS Vector and Soilscapes Database

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fff027fc-32e5-4dd4-baf7-2e2cea5e46b5

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently involved in the award of the "LandIS Vector and Soilscapes Database" contract, aimed at maintenance and operational services for the LandIS database. This procurement falls under the category of research and development services and is based in London, England. The contract, valued at £180,000, commenced on 1st October 2017 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2021. The procurement method followed a direct approach through a single tender action as it fell below the specified threshold, concluding the relevant tender stage on 1st October 2017.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in database maintenance and data management, especially those adept in digital services and environmental data curation. Companies engaged in software upgrades, system security, and data provision would find this tender particularly relevant. With a focus on maintaining the LandIS database and developing related services, suitable competitors may include both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with experience in similar projects, fostering growth in the data services sector.

## Notice

Part 1 Maintenance Services 1. Storage of the LandIS Materials in a secure, easily accessible repository. 2. Development of LandIS in ways that meets the needs of current and future user communities. 3. Maintenance of the LandIS database such that it is operational and accessible. Maintenance will include hardware and software upgrades, backup and system security, metadata and system documentation, employment of adequately trained and experienced systems administration staff. 4. Maintenance of a LandIS records, user manuals, metadata and technical descriptions Part 2 Operational Services 1. Incorporate and archive any new, related material into LandIS. 2. Curate and where necessary repair any existing material in LandIS. 3. Digital capture and conversion of physical material in LandIS to a useable digital format. 4. Translate historical material to contemporary standards to ensure its current usefulness and future utility. 5. Provision of information, advice, support and data supply service, such as; a) Data provision to Defra under the various licence agreements as described in Schedule 3 . b) Web services made available utilising WMS/WFS where appropriate. c) Support of spatial web-based tools for selecting and extracting data for areas of interest. d) Data provision to third parties under licences described in Schedule 3. e) Educational Information provided freely on the LandIS website, for example the Soils Guide which gives a comprehensive description of all soil series and soil associations. f) Free access to selected personalised soil reports via the Soil Site Reporter (login with institutional email). g) Maintain and develop a LandIS user group aimed at actively promoting the use of the data and materials in LandIS Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dda7fec6-47cb-4234-ad8a-651fd051e535 |
| 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 | 20 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Sep 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2017 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £180,000 |
| 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 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 | CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 May 2019 at 10:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dda7fec6-47cb-4234-ad8a-651fd051e535

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dda7fec6-47cb-4234-ad8a-651fd051e535
  20th May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/810ff29b-812c-4ffa-a3a2-ca3d875bba50
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9fa9d293-3ade-4a23-a80f-927d9ba15358
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/04c73505-0e2a-4bae-a79a-43c843f654c2
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7dd94cef-4451-4359-a961-30d3db2ebab2
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- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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