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Network Detection and Response

MET OFFICE

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05 Aug 2025 at 09:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Network Detection and Response" was conducted by the Met Office, based in Exeter, England. This contract, categorised under software package and information systems (CPV 48000000), covers the South West region of the United Kingdom. The contracting process was selective, executed as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 15th July 2025, with the contract commencing on 30th July 2025 and scheduled to end on 29th July 2028. The procurement process is at the Award stage and has been awarded to SOFTCAT LTD, with a total contract value of £594,752.10.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the software and IT systems sector, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive network detection and response solutions. Suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), this contract allows businesses to expand their portfolio by collaborating with a notable public entity like the Met Office. Companies specialising in creating robust and reliable information systems may find this procurement particularly beneficial, given the extensive duration and region-specific focus of the contract. The process showcases the importance of framework agreements in public sector procurement, allowing for streamlined competitive selections.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Network Detection and Response

Notice Description

Network Detection and Response

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-07a41c03-c280-46c9-a3ca-594817ba9697
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69b439bb-9595-4e69-a301-b24522ec79e7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£594,752 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£594,752 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
29 Jul 2025 - 29 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 3PB
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOFTCAT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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