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Development of Machine Learning Pipeline Software

MET OFFICE

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09 Oct 2024 at 12:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has awarded a contract for the "Development of Machine Learning Pipeline Software" under the industry category of research and development services. Located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, this procurement reached the award stage on 18th September 2024, with the contract period set from 18th September 2024 to 31st March 2025. The direct procurement method used was a single tender action below the threshold, with a contract value of £25,000. This project is well-suited for SMEs, although vcses did not feature prominently in this specific tender process.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in software development, particularly in the field of machine learning. The contract has been awarded to NIWA, an organisation recognised for its large scale and non-vcse status. The Met Office's focus on innovative technology solutions could open doors for similar future contracts, providing businesses with the chance to establish a relationship with a government entity renowned for its progressive technological initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Development of Machine Learning Pipeline Software

Notice Description

Development of Machine Learning Pipeline Software

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3601961a-640f-401f-aa86-1baebf5a09f8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25cb338b-21c6-458a-bd99-31692bf0362e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
17 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 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

NIWA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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