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Climate Data Scanning Services

MET OFFICE

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05 Nov 2025 at 10:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, a central government public authority based in Exeter, United Kingdom, has awarded a contract for Climate Data Scanning Services. This procurement process, identified by the title "Climate Data Scanning Services," pertains to the provision of services to scan and digitise archive copies of international climate data. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, described as below the threshold and without competition. The process has reached the award stage as of November 2025, with the project having commenced on October 1, 2025, and expected to conclude by March 31, 2026. As part of the IT services industry category, the services are focused on consulting, software development, Internet, and support within the UKK region.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in archival digitisation and IT services, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Automated Document Services Limited, headquartered in Livingston, United Kingdom, has been chosen as the supplier, highlighting the demand for specialist services in handling climate data efficiently. With a gross contract value of £108,000, this opportunity aligns well for businesses aiming to expand in digital transformation and data management. The potential for delivering expert services in scanning and documenting climate data can cater to both local and international markets, enriching business portfolios and enhancing technological capabilities.

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Notice Title

Climate Data Scanning Services

Notice Description

Provision of service to scan and digitise archive copies of international climate data.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05daaf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071154-2025
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

AUTOMATED DOCUMENT SERVICES

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