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Space Weather R2O2R - University of Surrey

Met Office

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02 Apr 2026 at 12:02

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01 Oct 2025 at 12:03

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11 Sep 2025 at 10:11

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11 Sep 2025 at 10:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process carried out by the Met Office in collaboration with the University of Surrey centred on the 'Space Weather R2O2R' initiative, focusing on industry growth within the research and experimental development services category. This direct tender process was awarded to the University of Surrey based on their exclusive technical expertise and proprietary rights related to the SWIMMR Programme. Initiated in September 2025 and concluding in March 2026, the project was structured to enhance existing models and code integral to the Met Office Space Weather service, with key activities located in Exeter, UK. Critical updates included modifications of software code using NM24/Cosmos data input, validation against aviation campaign data, and achieving specified milestones by the end of September and October 2025. The procurement method justified the direct award due to the University of Surrey's ownership of intellectual property and deep scientific expertise crucial for delivering model transition tasks mandated by DSIT.

This tender creates noteworthy opportunities for growth by advancing the capabilities of the Met Office's systems, specifically in terms of transitioning experimental models to operational status. Businesses that possess expertise in scientific software maintenance and development could find this tender particularly beneficial, especially those adept at collaborating with large-scale organisations such as the University of Surrey. The direct award process underscores the significance of possessing technical know-how and exclusive intellectual property, offering a competitive edge to businesses boasting strong research and development credentials. Such undertakings pave the way for enhanced technological collaborations and forums for technical knowledge exchange, thereby enabling increased operational efficiency and service reach.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Space Weather R2O2R - University of Surrey

Notice Description

* Finalise modifications of MAIRE+ code to use NM24/Cosmos data as the input neutron monitor source(s). * Finalise upgrade to IGRF 14th generation, by 30/09/2025 * Collaborate with MO scientist on initial validation of MAIRE+ against SAIRA data from aviation campaign, including co-development of validation code for MAIRE+ using SAIRA data from radiosonde launches and from SAIRA aviation instruments. * work with MO on roadmap to measure model performance against observations by 31/10/2025

Procurement Information

The deliverables within the contract are associated with a model and code already developed and owned by the partner, (supplier) to a specific maturity under the SWIMMR Programme. The academics hold the model code IPR and provide model access to Met Office under Licence (pending renewal on signature of the contract) and therefore are uniquely placed to provide these services to the Met Office. Delivery will 'accelerate' the model's development towards transition to operations within the Met Office Space Weather service as mandated by DSIT. The purpose of the contract is to continue development of the models (which requires the 'deep expertise' of the model developer) and to transfer model and model code knowledge and expertise. In short, there is no other supplier for the work associated with this model as the Met Office requires the code and expertise solely located at Surrey.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059845
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030813-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£158,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£158,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Terminated

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
Postcode Area
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

University of Surrey

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