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IBM Cognos EP User Authorized User

MET OFFICE

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10 Mar 2025 at 14:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, located in Exeter, England, has completed the procurement process for the "IBM Cognos EP User Authorized User" under the framework agreement RM6100B. This tender, classified under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" (CPV code 48000000), was carried out through a selective procurement method known as a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £176,435.55, will run from 7th February 2025 to 28th February 2027, with the delivery taking place in the South West region of the United Kingdom. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 24th January 2025 and the contract award date on 10th February 2025.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for companies specializing in software and information systems to establish significant government contracts, which can provide steady revenue over an extended period. The procurement was aimed to accommodate Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), making it an attractive opportunity for smaller businesses looking to expand their reach within public sectors. Businesses with expertise in delivering high-quality software solutions will be well-suited to compete, ensuring they can meet the specific needs of the Met Office and contribute to its operational capabilities.

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Notice Title

IBM Cognos EP User Authorized User

Notice Description

IBM Cognos EP User Authorized User Framework Number: RM6100B

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-49bfb5b7-cc68-478c-9e3e-25c9deaf0b5a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4493865e-12b9-4f1c-9481-26915df9ea00
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
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
£176,435 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£176,435 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
7 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2027 2-3 years
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

LOGICALIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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