---
title: "ITEP1091 - FME Database licences 2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06006e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED"
published: "2026-01-06"
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# ITEP1091 - FME Database licences 2026

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06006e

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## Summary

National Highways Limited has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "ITEP1091 - FME Database licences 2026". The tender, categorised under goods and specifically focusing on Geographic Information Systems (GIS or equivalent), involves the supply of one database licence and five incremental licences, inclusive of maintenance and technical support. This procurement was conducted via a direct method, classified as a below-threshold process without competition. The contract, valued at £5,160 gross (£4,300 net) and active from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2026, was awarded to 1Spatial plc. The award documentation was published on 6th January 2026, illustrating the completion and sign-off of the contract by 31st December 2025.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities particularly for entities involved in the production or supply of database management solutions and GIS technology. Large companies specialising in information technology, especially those with capabilities in offering comprehensive software solutions and technical support, are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Such direct procurement methods, often below competition thresholds, can offer strategic entry points for businesses looking to establish or strengthen their engagement with central government authorities, providing a pathway for expanding their public sector portfolio.

## Notice

1 x database licence and 5 database incremental licences, including maintenance and technical support

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000834-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £4,300 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS LIMITED |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 6GA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 1SPATIAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38221000 - Geographic information systems (GIS or equivalent)

## Release History

- 6 Jan 2026 at 17:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000834-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000834-2026
  6th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://nationalhighways.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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