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SIM card operational costs (RM1045A)

MET OFFICE

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30 Apr 2025 at 13:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for SIM card operational costs, designated under Framework Number RM1045A, was managed by the Met Office, based in Exeter, England. Classified under the industry category of radio, television, communication, telecommunication, and related equipment, the procurement was completed with an award stage announced on 30th April 2025. This selective procurement method, involving a call-off from a framework agreement, pertains to the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender's value amounted to £25,000, covering a contract period from 10th March 2025 to 1st September 2025. The Met Office acted as the buyer, with Gamma Telecom Ltd serving as the awarded supplier, reflecting an active contract status.

This procurement presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specializing in telecommunication services, particularly those capable of providing operational management services for SIM cards within a specified framework. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were deemed suitable for this contract, although a large-sized entity, Gamma Telecom Ltd, ultimately secured the award. Companies looking to expand their operations in the UK and engage with government bodies like the Met Office can find growth potential through participating in similar framework agreements, enhancing their visibility and reputation in the public sector.

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Notice Title

SIM card operational costs (RM1045A)

Notice Description

SIM card operational costs Framework Number: RM1045A

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d85a8046-d975-4a56-9340-56bac49b5a1d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f267ce06-58d3-4f39-a59f-833df5a07b5a
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

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
10 Mar 2025 - 1 Sep 2025 1-6 months
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

GAMMA TELECOM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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