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Internet+DDoS extension to May 2026

MET OFFICE

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30 Apr 2025 at 13:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, a prominent organisation located in Exeter, England, has concluded its procurement process titled "Internet+DDoS extension to May 2026" under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, internet, and support. The procurement followed a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, with a contract value of £74,160. The process was in the award stage as of 30 April 2025, with the internet-related services to be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The contract period started on 31 March 2025 and is set to conclude on 9 May 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services to align with public sector needs and extend their market presence. Companies that are small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited for such opportunities, given the procurement's eligibility attractivity towards SMEs. The awarded contract to INTEROUTE COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED underscores the potential for large-scale IT service providers to benefit from established frameworks, thereby supporting their business growth through government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Internet+DDoS extension to May 2026

Notice Description

Internet+DDoS extension to May 2026 Framework Number: RM1045

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aa7cad1d-f1e5-499a-be90-e0240057bb4e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b751bf3-fe6a-49fd-9a04-8db1b8c6109d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

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
£74,160 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,160 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 9 May 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
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

INTEROUTE COMMUNICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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