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Software Licences

MET OFFICE

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02 Jan 2020 at 12:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process was conducted by the Met Office, seeking software licences to support their IT services under the Government Framework RM3733. The tender, classified under the CPV code 72000000, took place in Exeter, South West England. The contract, valued at £12,225, commenced on 9th September 2019 and concluded on 31st August 2020. This selective procurement method involved a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period closing on 6th September 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering software development and support. Companies that are agile and experienced in delivering software solutions within tight deadlines would be well-suited to compete, potentially benefiting from collaborations and contracts within government frameworks. The procurement method reflects a growing trend towards leveraging established agreements, indicating a reliable pathway for businesses looking to engage with public sector clients.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Software Licences

Notice Description

Contract called off from Government Framework RM3733.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4d03a3b4-23d5-4e52-aefe-9ea804cf9665
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c9d3ebb3-496b-4f09-81ae-de24d6bc99ee
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,225 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,225 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
8 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2020 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
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.enquiries@metoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

SOFTWARE BOX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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