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MO1851 - Cyber Security Training

MET OFFICE

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23 Jan 2026 at 16:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, located in Exeter, England, has completed the procurement process under the title "MO1851 - Cyber Security Training," classified under staff training services (CPV code 80511000). The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender concluded with an award phase on 23rd January 2026, and the contract with Hut 6 Security Limited, valued at £22,093, is scheduled from 1st April 2026 to 7th January 2027. The services will be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement opportunity emphasises cyber security training, presenting growth potential for businesses specialising in staff training services. The procurement was open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), highlighting accessibility for smaller companies with expertise in cyber security training solutions. The successful award to Hut 6 Security Limited exemplifies the competitive advantage that SMEs can leverage in securing such contracts, indicating valuable business growth opportunities within the public sector for suitably oriented firms.

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Notice Title

MO1851 - Cyber Security Training

Notice Description

Cyber security training.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2f0a9928-ce6e-45f7-b3cf-8659d6059882
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d9ea42c-6154-444d-a597-b49e50f87c1d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80511000 - Staff training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,093 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£22,093 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 7 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

HUT 6 SECURITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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