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IT Hardware

MET OFFICE

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07 May 2021 at 13:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, located in Exeter, England, has recently completed a procurement process for IT Hardware valued at £13,000. The procurement was initiated through a direct method identified as a single tender action under the goods category, specifically for computer equipment and supplies. The tender period ended on 7 April 2021, and the awarded contract commenced on 8 April 2021, running until 31 May 2021.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in IT hardware and related services. Businesses that can deliver computer equipment and supplies efficiently and comply with the requirements outlined by the Met Office may find this an advantageous project to pursue for growth. The engagement of SMEs is particularly encouraged, making it crucial for businesses in this sector to consider future tenders that align with the Met Office's procurement needs.

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Notice Title

IT Hardware

Notice Description

IT Hardware.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-84572301-35f1-4afd-b768-3020d8820922
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b9f01b4-2213-41eb-9109-f5e5baf475a0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Apr 20214 years ago
Contract Period
7 Apr 2021 - 31 May 2021 1-6 months
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

APC TECHNOLOGY GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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