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IBM LinuxONE hardware and software support

MET OFFICE

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06 Jun 2024 at 14:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has awarded a contract to COMPUTACENTER (UK) LTD for the provision of IBM LinuxONE hardware and software support services. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract value is GBP 527,030.68, with a contract period starting on April 3, 2024, and ending on April 1, 2026. The tender period ended on March 20, 2024. The procurement was classified under the CPV codes for Hardware and Software package and information systems, suitable for SMEs.

This contract awarded by the Met Office presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in IT hardware and software support services. Companies with expertise in providing support for IBM LinuxONE systems may find this tender particularly relevant. The contract period spanning over two years offers a stable revenue stream for the selected supplier. The procurement process was conducted with a focus on framework agreements, allowing for efficient call-off procedures, benefiting both the buyer and the supplier.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IBM LinuxONE hardware and software support

Notice Description

RM6098 IBM LinuxONE hardware and software support

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9eb51a30-40e1-4d08-a19e-87d35d1cab01
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16245c8f-5860-4f35-84a9-50973b8fb59f
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£527,030 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£527,030 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Apr 20242 years ago
Contract Period
2 Apr 2024 - 1 Apr 2026 1-2 years
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

COMPUTACENTER (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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