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Supporting adaptation action in UK agriculture

MET OFFICE

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Award

31 Oct 2025 at 14:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Supporting adaptation action in UK agriculture" was managed by the Met Office, a central government public authority located in Exeter, United Kingdom. The procurement falls within the services industry category, specifically focusing on research services. This process has reached the award stage as of 31st October 2025. The contract commenced on 30th October 2025 and is set to conclude by 31st March 2026. The procurement method used was direct, carried out below the threshold and without competition, with the successful supplier being RSK ADAS LIMITED based in Helsby, UK. The total contract value is grossly £33,600.

This tender provides opportunities for businesses involved in research services, particularly those experienced in agricultural adaptation, to engage with prominent government agencies like the Met Office. Such contracts can enhance a company's portfolio and credibility in the public sector. While the contract was completed via a direct award, businesses specialising in similar services as RSK ADAS LIMITED may find future opportunities in this area, especially by fostering strong relationships with governmental bodies or by offering niche research innovations that align with public sector demands.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supporting adaptation action in UK agriculture

Notice Description

Supporting adaptation action in UK agriculture - FY26

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d823
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070138-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.enquiries@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

RSK ADAS

Further Information

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