Orthorectification Services

Procurement reference

NRW61768

Procurement description

Natural Resources Wales (NRW) intend to set up a Orthorectification Services Framework. The purpose of Orthorectification Services is to validate the forest species and yield class for the Welsh Government Woodland Estate (WGWE). This work involves analysing aerial photographs and satellite imagery and follow up field survey to gather accurate data on species composition, yield class, management history, boundary accuracy, and related attributes and updating the Forester Web sub compartment database.

These GIS and Field surveys provide an accurate annual valuation of the WGWE. The preferred timing for this work is in advance of the preparation of forest resource plans (10-year forest management plans) and during the spring summer and autumn seasons. There are currently 69 forest Resource Plans covering approx. 120K ha on the WGWE and orthorectification has been carried out to date on a 5-year rolling programme.

Natural Resources Wales is undertaking a preliminary market engagement exercise to inform the potential future supply of Orthorectification Services through a Pre Market Engagement Questionnaire.The purpose of the engagement is to gather market insight, help shape our approach and ensure that suppliers are aware of the upcoming opportunity.

Participation is optional and does not form part of any formal evaluation, nor will it affect a supplier's ability to participate in the future procurement. Instructions on how to access the pre market engagement questionnaire can be found in the engagement section of this notice.

Main category

Services

Delivery regions

• UKL - Wales

Total value (estimated)

300000 GBP Excluding VAT

360000 GBP Including VAT

Contract dates (estimated)

01 June 2026, 00:00AM to 31 May 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (if all the extensions are used): 31 May 2030

Is a framework being established?

Yes

Natural Resources Wales

Is the total value above threshold?

Above threshold

CPV classifications

• 77200000 - Forestry services

Delivery regions

• UKL - Wales

Sustainability

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Contract start date (estimated)

01 June 2026, 00:00AM

Contract end date (estimated)

31 May 2028, 23:59PM

Extension end date (estimated)

31 May 2030, 23:59PM

Can the contract be extended?

Yes

Engagement process description

Suppliers are invited to complete a Pre Market Engagement Questionnaire for Orthorectification Services. The purpose of the engagement is to gather market insight to help shape our approach and ensure that suppliers are aware of the upcoming opportunity.

Participation is optional and does not form part of any formal evaluation, nor will it affect a supplier's ability to participate in the future procurement.

To access the Pre Market Engagement Questionnaire:

1) Register or log into the e TenderWales portal:

https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml

2) Once logged in follow the link below to express an interest to access the questionnaire directly:

https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/go/20983368019BE036E621

Suppliers are encouraged to review the document and submit responses to the PME Questionnaire via the eTenderWales portal by Wednesday 4th February 2026 - 13:00 hrs

If you encounter issues accessing the system please contact the Bravo helpdesk at help@bravosolution.co.uk, or contact the Procurement Lead sarah.ryan@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk

TIMELINES

PME Launch: 21st January 2026

Deadline for return of PME Questionnaires: 4th February 2026 - 13:00 hrs

Conclude PME: 4th February 2026

Due date

04 February 2026, 23:59PM

Has the engagement period already ended?

No

Publication date of tender notice (estimated)

02 March 2026