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Supply of foundation level ups (MOAP)

MET OFFICE

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09 Oct 2024 at 09:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has completed its procurement process for the "Supply of foundation level ups (MOAP)" aimed at providing training services, specifically upskilling in machine-learning techniques for weather and climate applications. This procurement falls under the services category, with a CPV classification of "Training services" (80500000). The contract, valued at £67,800, covers delivery in the South West region of the United Kingdom and has a contract period from 4th September 2024 to 31st March 2025. The procurement utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period ending on 21st August 2024. The process has now advanced to the award stage, with the award date being 21st August 2024, and the contract awarded to the University of Exeter.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those with expertise in machine learning for meteorological applications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can find favourable conditions, given the procurement’s suitability criteria, which encourage SME participation. Businesses with a strong foundation in educational services and a focus on technological applications in climate science are well-suited to compete for such tenders in the future. Participation in similar procurement processes enables businesses to establish a collaborative relationship with prominent institutions like the Met Office and the University of Exeter, enhancing their market credibility and expanding their professional network.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of foundation level ups (MOAP)

Notice Description

Supply of foundation level upskilling on the basis and effective application of machine-learning techniques for weather and climate applications.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aff936f9-8045-4b0d-aeb0-2e01e1d41998
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5d53a8a-653e-468f-b2e4-0cad8407671d
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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£67,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£67,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
3 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 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
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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

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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