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Strategic Launch Signage

MET OFFICE

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01 May 2025 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Strategic Launch Signage" was conducted by the Met Office, located in Exeter, England. The contracting process falls under the services industry category and was executed using a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold. The process has now reached the award stage, with key dates including the tender period end date on 30 April 2025 and the contract period from 1 May 2025 to 31 May 2025. The awarded contract, valued at £36,240, has been granted to Signs Express (Plymouth), with delivery centred in Plymouth (PL2 3BY). The procurement specifically aims to cater to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender signifies a strategic opportunity for SMEs involved in the signage industry to engage with a reputable public sector organisation like the Met Office. The direct procurement method employed highlights a preference for rapid and efficient service provision, suitable for businesses capable of delivering high-quality signage solutions swiftly. Companies that specialise in signage production and installation, particularly those with experience in handling similar projects within a tight schedule, will find this opportunity particularly conducive to business growth and market expansion.

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Notice Title

Strategic Launch Signage

Notice Description

Signage for a Strategy launch

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d4df4cb8-cd12-4713-97b3-13488c40beb9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfabfd21-412a-4166-9c54-b5e2836a7a1e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34928470 - Signage

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,240 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,240 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 31 May 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
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIGNS EXPRESS (PLYMOUTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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