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Model Design

MET OFFICE

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11 Oct 2024 at 12:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has concluded a procurement process titled "Model Design" within the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The tender, which followed a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, aimed at testing and iterating the 'Front Door' with National Capability Post-Processing & Analysis. Key dates include the award date of 9th October 2024, with the contract period starting on 14th October 2024 and concluding on 13th December 2024. The project is set to be executed in Exeter, England, with an overall contract value of £79,250.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specializing in IT consultancy and development to engage with a prestigious public institution like the Met Office. The selective procurement method ensures that businesses with relevant expertise and framework agreements are prioritised, potentially providing substantial growth and networking opportunities. Given the focus on IT services, firms with a background in software development, data analysis, and technical consulting would be well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. Such projects can enhance a business's portfolio and offer a pathway to further public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Model Design

Notice Description

To test and iterate the 'Front Door' with National Capability Post-Processing & Analysis

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d1cbb712-0d5c-45e8-91a2-0d4f80e76295
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62bc9091-c9fb-4eac-8472-4ce2242ddaee
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
SME

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
£79,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,250 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
13 Oct 2024 - 13 Dec 2024 1-6 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
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@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
Not specified
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RAINMAKER SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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