Award

Maintenance of satellite data collection

MET OFFICE

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Award

15 Mar 2018 at 15:12

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerns the maintenance of satellite data collection, conducted by the Met Office, a reputed organisation based in Exeter, England. Classified under software support services (CPV code 72261000), this project is complete, with a total contract value of £42,533. The procurement method followed was a direct single tender action, applicable as it was below the threshold. The contract period commenced on 8th December 2017 and concluded on 7th December 2018. Although the tender period concluded on 7th December 2017, the award notice was published on 15th March 2018, signifying the finalisation of the contract.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software support services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Companies with expertise in satellite data maintenance and software solutions would find this project well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in such projects can facilitate business growth as successful contractors may gain credibility and future opportunities within the public sector, particularly with the Met Office and similar governmental organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Maintenance of satellite data collection

Notice Description

Maintenance of satellite data collection

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-466fd5a7-edd7-4fe5-8284-d6376fa9a3b0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7475aecc-92f1-4c35-965f-0ff629c50662
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72261000 - Software support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,533 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Dec 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Dec 20178 years ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2017 - 7 Dec 2018 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

KONGSBERG SPACETEC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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