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LucidSuite licence renewal

MET OFFICE

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13 Aug 2024 at 07:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, based in Exeter, England, conducted a procurement process for the renewal of the LucidSuite licence within the software package and information systems category. The procurement, identified by the title "LucidSuite licence renewal," followed a direct single tender action method and concluded with an award. The tender was conducted with the intent to complete by 5th July 2024, and the contract commenced on 19th July 2024, ending on 22nd July 2024. The procurement aimed specifically at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the contract awarded to LUCID SOFTWARE INC, a large-scale supplier based in the USA, for a total of £47,526.09 GBP.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for SMEs involved in providing software solutions and renewals. Given the value and the duration of the contract, businesses specialising in software licence management and renewal services are well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities. Moreover, the streamlined procurement method highlights an efficient process for capable businesses to secure government contracts, especially those in the software and IT service sectors looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector. The successful engagement with a prominent entity like the Met Office provides a prestigious reference that could enhance market credentials and visibility for participating businesses.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

LucidSuite licence renewal

Notice Description

LucidSuite licence renewal

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-897aa3c3-840f-4bfa-ad95-69ac6c08f975
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3f38eec-2f3d-4980-91d0-1462c657acda
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
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
£47,526 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,526 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Jul 2024 - 22 Jul 2024 30 days
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

LUCID SOFTWARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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