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Subscription to Core-Vet Software Solution

MET OFFICE

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02 Apr 2026 at 16:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has concluded a procurement process for a subscription to the Core-Vet Software Solution for the period of 2026-27. This process falls under the 'IT software package' industry category and involves a contract worth £22,000. The procurement method was selective, using a call-off from a framework agreement, and was awarded on the 2nd of April, 2026, with the contract period set from the 24th of August, 2026, to the 23rd of August, 2027. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the delivery of goods located in the South West of the United Kingdom. The opportunity was deemed suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT software packages to engage with the public sector, particularly those already positioned on relevant frameworks. SMEs, in particular, can benefit from such contracts as they offer a stable source of revenue and the potential to build long-term relationships with a prominent client like the Met Office. Engaging in public sector contracts enhances reputation and can open doors to future business opportunities both within and outside the IT industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Subscription to Core-Vet Software Solution

Notice Description

Subscription to Core-Vet Software Solution 2026-27

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0cd79834-df6b-4c01-b252-01f80f9aebae
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd50dd7c-59c7-4684-a8f7-91cc335df569
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48517000 - IT software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£22,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 20262 days ago
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2027 6-12 months
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

WPC SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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