---
title: "Ground Investigations Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c997"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-07-13"
---

# Ground Investigations Works

Buyer: MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c997

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## Summary

The Mining Remediation Authority has completed a call-off contract under the Ground Investigation Framework for Ground Investigation works. This procurement process, categorised under 'works' in the ground investigation industry, is located in the UK and the contract was awarded on 5th May 2026. The procurement process was conducted through a limited award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, as it falls outside the scope of the directive. The Mining Remediation Authority, located in Nottinghamshire, was responsible for awarding this contract, and the procurement status is now complete.

This tender represents growth opportunities for businesses involved in ground investigations, particularly those specialising in or capable of performing works under existing frameworks. Ian Farmer Associates, a small and medium enterprise, was the successful supplier, demonstrating that SMEs are well-suited to compete in these procurement processes. The contract highlights the potential for businesses involved in ground and mining investigations to secure contracts that contribute to substantial industry projects within the UK.

## Notice

The Mining Remediation Authority awarded a call-off contract under the (5450) Ground Investigation Framework (Lots 1, 2 and 3 - All Regions) for Ground Investigation work.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Mining Remediation Authority awarded a call-off contract under the Drilling and Grouting Framework (Lots 1, 2 and 3 - All Regions) for Ground Investigation work.

### Procurement Information

The contract was awarded through a call-off under the Mining Remediation Authority's existing Ground Investigation Framework Agreement. The framework was established following a competitive procurement process and permits the award of call-off contracts in accordance with its terms.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065637-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 May 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £27,801 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG18 4RG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF15 North Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Mansfield |
| Electoral ward | Berry Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Mansfield |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IAN FARMER ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45111250 - Ground investigation work

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2026 at 13:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065637-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/mining-remediation-authority
- https://www.miningremediation.co.uk/

## Provenance

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