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Lumar software renewal

MET OFFICE

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10 Mar 2025 at 15:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has completed a procurement process for the renewal of Lumar software, classified under the industry category of Software package and information systems (CPV code 48000000). The procurement method used was a direct, single tender action below threshold. The awarded contract, valued at GBP 42,586.97, was concluded with Written Byte Ltd. The contract period commenced on 28th February 2025 and ended on 1st March 2025. The principal delivery location for this contract is in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender offers a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in software and information systems, particularly those seeking contracts with governmental bodies such as the Met Office. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited for such direct procurement methods, providing them with an avenue for business growth through public sector contracts. Engaging in similar tenders can enhance a company’s profile and establish a track record in successful delivery of specialised software solutions.

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Notice Title

Lumar software renewal

Notice Description

Lumar software renewal

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bea42508-7b95-4797-ba22-f9e654dfe620
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23341468-2e7b-47c8-bdcb-93b9f18a88dd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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
£42,586 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,586 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
28 Feb 2025 - 1 Mar 2025 30 days
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

WRITTEN BYTE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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