Béziers Méditerranée Awards €12.15 Million Topography and Geotechnical Framework

Communauté d'Agglomération Béziers Méditerranée has awarded an €12.15 million framework for topographical and geotechnical services to five suppliers: GEOSAT/SE2T ENGINEERING, GEOFIT, CABINET SIRAGUSA, and GINGER CEBTP. The eight-lot framework covers boundary surveying, georeferencing, topography on roads and buildings, and geotechnical studies across the Béziers region.

Introduction

Effective infrastructure planning and asset management require accurate topographical and geotechnical data. The Communauté d'Agglomération Béziers Méditerranée has established a comprehensive framework for these services to support its technical services department.

The framework, valued at up to €12.15 million, is divided into eight lots covering boundary surveying, mass georeferencing of water networks, topography on roads and buildings, and geotechnical studies. The contracts have been awarded to five suppliers: GEOSAT/SE2T ENGINEERING, GEOFIT, CABINET SIRAGUSA, and GINGER CEBTP.

This procurement ensures that the Béziers Méditerranée agglomeration has access to professional surveying and geotechnical expertise for its infrastructure projects.

Why This Contract Matters

Accurate topographical and geotechnical data is essential for infrastructure planning, asset management, and construction projects. This framework ensures that the agglomeration has access to specialist expertise.

This contract matters because it:

• Supports infrastructure planning: Provides essential topographical and geotechnical data
• Covers multiple disciplines: Topography, georeferencing, and geotechnics
• Significant value: €12.15 million framework
• Eight specialist lots: Tailored to specific service types
• Quality-focused: Technical value weighting of 55-60%
• Multiple suppliers: Five specialist firms appointed
• All French suppliers: All winners are French companies

Contract Timeline

• Contract award notice published: 18 August 2026 (OJ S 158/2026)
• Previous notice referenced: 184788-2026
• Contract concluded: 17 July 2026
• Coverage start date: Not specified
• Coverage end date: Initial period + 3 renewals

Contract Overview

Béziers Méditerranée conducted an open procedure under the EU Sector Directive for this procurement. The framework covers topographical and geotechnical services across eight lots.

Key features include:

• Eight lots: Boundary surveying, georeferencing, topography (networks, roads, buildings), geotechnics (networks, roads, buildings)
• Total maximum value: €12,148,000
• Duration: Initial period + up to 3 renewals
• Evaluation: Technical value (55-60%) and Price (40-45%)
• Framework type: Without reopening of competition
• Winners: GEOSAT/SE2T, GEOFIT, CABINET SIRAGUSA, GINGER CEBTP

Key Contract Details

Detail	Information
Contracting authority	Communauté d'Agglomération Béziers Méditerranée
Winning bidders	GEOSAT/SE2T, GEOFIT, CABINET SIRAGUSA, GINGER CEBTP
Contract subject	Topographical and geotechnical services (CPV 71351810, 71332000)
Procedure type	Open procedure (Sector Directive)
Legal basis	EU Directive 2014/25/EU
Total maximum value (EUR)	€12,148,000.00
Number of lots	8
Contract duration	Initial period + up to 3 renewals
Bids received	4-11 per lot
EU funding	None
Covered by GPA	Yes
Evaluation criteria	Technical value (55-60%), Price (40-45%)

Project Scope

The framework covers topographical and geotechnical services across eight lots:

Lot 1: Boundary Surveying – GEOSAT/SE2T ENGINEERING

• Description: Land boundary surveying (bornage)
• Minimum value: €20,000
• Awarded value: €400,000
• Evaluation: Technical (60%), Price (40%)
• Bids: 7

Lot 2: Mass Georeferencing of Water Networks – GEOFIT

• Description: Georeferencing of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater networks
• Minimum value: €1,100,000
• Awarded value: €3,300,000
• Evaluation: Technical (55%), Price (45%)
• Bids: 9

Lot 3: Topography on Water Networks – GEOFIT

• Description: Topography on water networks and GEMAPI works
• Minimum value: €310,000
• Awarded value: €1,200,000
• Evaluation: Technical (55%), Price (45%)
• Bids: 7

Lot 4: Topography on Roads – CABINET SIRAGUSA

• Description: Topography on roads and dependencies
• Minimum value: €120,000
• Awarded value: €800,000
• Evaluation: Technical (60%), Price (40%)
• Bids: 9

Lot 5: Topography on Buildings – CABINET SIRAGUSA

• Description: Topography on buildings
• Minimum value: €20,000
• Awarded value: €1,200,000
• Evaluation: Technical (60%), Price (40%)
• Bids: 11

Lot 6: Geotechnics on Water Networks – GINGER CEBTP

• Description: Geotechnical studies on water networks and GEMAPI works
• Minimum value: €950,000
• Awarded value: €2,850,000
• Evaluation: Technical (55%), Price (45%)
• Bids: 6

Lot 7: Geotechnics on Roads – GINGER CEBTP

• Description: Geotechnical studies on roads and associated structures
• Minimum value: €120,000
• Awarded value: €400,000
• Evaluation: Technical (60%), Price (40%)
• Bids: 4

Lot 8: Geotechnics on Buildings – GINGER CEBTP

• Description: Geotechnical studies on buildings
• Minimum value: €20,000
• Awarded value: €2,000,000
• Evaluation: Technical (60%), Price (40%)
• Bids: 9

About the Contracting Authority

Communauté d'Agglomération Béziers Méditerranée is a French intercommunal authority in the Hérault department in the Occitanie region. The agglomeration is responsible for a range of public services including water management, infrastructure, and urban planning.

About the Winning Companies

Five suppliers have been appointed across the eight lots:

• GEOSAT/SE2T ENGINEERING – French geospatial and engineering firm (Lot 1)
• GEOFIT – French surveying and geospatial company (Lots 2, 3)
• CABINET SIRAGUSA – French surveying and topography firm (Lots 4, 5)
• GINGER CEBTP – French geotechnical and construction engineering firm (Lots 6, 7, 8)

Procurement Analysis

• Procedure: An open procedure under the EU Sector Directive was used, applying to water-related activities.
• Competition: Competition varied by lot, with 4-11 bids received. Lot 5 attracted the most bids (11).
• Evaluation criteria: Technical value (55-60%) and Price (40-45%). The heavy weighting on technical value reflects the importance of expertise and quality in surveying and geotechnical services.
• Multiple suppliers: Four different suppliers won lots, reflecting specialisation.
• All French suppliers: All winners are French companies.
• No subcontracting: No subcontracting has been declared.
• Renewal options: Up to 3 renewals provide long-term stability.

Additional Procurement Facts

• The contract is covered by the WTO's Government Procurement Agreement (GPA).
• No EU funds were used for this procurement.
• The procurement was not accelerated.
• No dynamic purchasing system was used.
• Framework agreements without reopening of competition were used.
• 4-11 bids per lot.
• All winners are French companies.
• Disputes or review requests fall to the Tribunal Administratif de Montpellier.
• Services include asbestos and H.A.P. (hazardous substances) research.

Market & Industry Perspective

The French surveying and geotechnical services market is competitive, with a mix of national groups and regional specialists. Public sector procurement of these services often values technical expertise highly.

Key trends in this market include:

• Technical expertise: Quality and expertise are highly valued
• Regional presence: Local knowledge is an advantage
• Digitalisation: GIS and digital surveying technologies
• Environmental focus: Asbestos and hazardous substance research
• Long-term contracts: Frameworks with renewal options provide stability

Economic Significance

At €12.15 million, this framework represents a significant investment in surveying and geotechnical services for the Béziers region. The contract supports:

• Infrastructure planning: Accurate data for projects
• Asset management: Georeferencing of water networks
• Safety: Asbestos and hazardous substance research
• Local employment: Supports French surveying firms

Future Procurement Opportunities

With the framework now in place, future opportunities include:

• Contract renewals: Up to 3 renewals
• Re-tender: The framework will be re-tendered after the renewal period
• Other agglomerations: Similar frameworks by other French intercommunal authorities
• Related services: Environmental and asbestos testing

Opportunities for Suppliers

While this framework is awarded, future opportunities exist for surveying and geotechnical firms:

• Subcontracting: Suppliers may find subcontracting opportunities
• Re-tender: The framework will be re-tendered in the future
• Other agglomerations: Similar frameworks by other French authorities
• Related services: Environmental and geospatial services

What Businesses Should Watch

• Other French intercommunal authorities' procurement notices
• Changes to surveying and geotechnical regulations
• Asbestos and hazardous substance regulations
• Digital surveying technologies (GIS, LiDAR, drones)
• EU water and environmental directives

FranceTenders Procurement Intelligence

This topography and geotechnical framework is a significant procurement for the Béziers region. Several features stand out:

• Scale: €12.15 million across eight lots
• Quality focus: Technical value weighting of 55-60%
• Specialisation: Eight lots covering specific service types
• Multiple suppliers: Four specialist firms appointed
• Long-term stability: Up to 3 renewals

For suppliers, this procurement highlights the importance of:

• Technical expertise: Demonstrating quality and expertise (55-60% of evaluation)
• Competitive pricing: Price accounts for 40-45% of evaluation
• Regional presence: Being established in the region
• Specialisation: Bidding for specific service types

Supplier Takeaways

• Demonstrate technical expertise—55-60% of evaluation is quality-based
• Offer competitive pricing—price accounts for 40-45%
• Develop regional presence in Occitanie
• Consider specialist bidding for specific service types
• Monitor other French intercommunal authorities for similar opportunities
• Develop expertise in asbestos and hazardous substance research

Key Takeaways

• Béziers Méditerranée awarded a €12.15 million topography and geotechnical framework
• 8 lots covering boundary surveying, georeferencing, topography, and geotechnics
• Winners: GEOSAT/SE2T (Lot 1), GEOFIT (Lots 2, 3), CABINET SIRAGUSA (Lots 4, 5), GINGER CEBTP (Lots 6, 7, 8)
• Evaluation: Technical value (55-60%), Price (40-45%)
• 4-11 bids per lot
• Duration: Initial period + up to 3 renewals
• All winners are French companies
• No EU funding used

Conclusion

This topography and geotechnical framework represents a significant investment in infrastructure planning for the Béziers Méditerranée agglomeration. By appointing four specialist suppliers across eight lots, the authority ensures access to professional surveying and geotechnical expertise for its infrastructure projects.

The 55-60% technical value weighting reflects the importance of quality and expertise in these specialist services. The inclusion of asbestos and hazardous substance research (H.A.P.) demonstrates the authority's commitment to safety and environmental protection.

As French intercommunal authorities continue to invest in infrastructure, similar frameworks will provide opportunities for surveying and geotechnical firms with strong technical capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Béziers Méditerranée?

Ans: An intercommunal authority in the Hérault department, responsible for public services including water management and infrastructure.

Q: What is the value of the framework?

Ans: Up to €12,148,000 across all eight lots.

Q: Who are the winners?

Ans: GEOSAT/SE2T, GEOFIT, CABINET SIRAGUSA, and GINGER CEBTP.

Q: What services are covered?

Ans: Boundary surveying, georeferencing of water networks, topography on roads and buildings, and geotechnical studies.

Q: What were the evaluation criteria?

Ans: Technical value (55-60%) and Price (40-45%).

Q: How long is the contract?

Ans: Initial period with up to 3 renewals.

Q: How many bids were received?

Ans: 4-11 bids per lot.

Q: Is this contract funded by the EU?

Ans: No, the procurement is not financed with EU funds.

Source: EU Official Journal, Contract Award Notice 570961-2026, OJ S 158/2026, published 18 August 2026.