Award

Scientific Research

MET OFFICE

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24 Oct 2019 at 15:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, located in Exeter, England, has awarded a contract titled "Scientific Research" following a competitive quotation exercise in the research services category. This procurement process, classified as limited, had a contract value of £25,000 and the contract period ran from 19th July 2019 to 30th September 2019. The procurement stage is complete, having concluded with the contract award on 18th July 2019. The buying organisation's contact for this tender is accessible via procurement.enquiries@metoffice.gov.uk.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in scientific research services. Businesses with expertise in research methodologies, data analysis, and project management would be well-suited to pursue similar contracts in the future. Engaging with public sector organisations like the Met Office can also help these businesses gain valuable experience and credibility, further enhancing their potential for growth in the competitive research industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Scientific Research

Notice Description

Contract awarded following competitive quotation exercise for scientific research.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-650d1204-d23d-49f6-8bd3-bfd58e2bba70
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd2291fe-2497-4166-acec-8b2fcbf6f7b4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (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

73110000 - Research 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
24 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jul 20196 years ago
Contract Period
18 Jul 2019 - 30 Sep 2019 1-6 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

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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