Award

MO1868 Identity and Access Management Capability for WAVE, Ripple and MOSRS Software and Support Renewal

MET OFFICE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

08 Dec 2025 at 10:34

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

17 Nov 2025 at 11:42

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Award

17 Nov 2025 at 11:20

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, a public authority within the central government of the United Kingdom located in Exeter, has completed a procurement process for the renewal of the Identity and Access Management Capability for their WAVE, Ripple, and MOSRS software for the period of 2025-2026. The procurement, titled "MO1868 Identity and Access Management Capability for WAVE, Ripple, and MOSRS Software and Support Renewal," falls under the 'goods' industry category, specifically focusing on license management software packages. The procurement was conducted using a direct award method, predominantly due to the proprietary rights held by the supplier, Ping Identity Limited. The contract, awarded to Ping Identity Limited, covers the period from 19th December 2025 to 18th December 2026, with a gross value of £226,800.00 GBP, highlighting the strategic importance and continuity required for delivering services and maintaining software compatibility.

This procurement creates significant opportunities for growth, especially for businesses operating in license management and identity access management software sectors, given the nature of the product and services required. While the direct award reflects the specialised nature of the software and existing intellectual property rights, companies that offer unique or proprietary solutions could potentially explore similar strategic partnerships or exclusive agreements. Large-scale service providers are likely well-suited to compete and engage in similar procurement processes, especially those with the capability to manage and renew substantial support contracts for public sector entities. As the Met Office enhances its digital infrastructure, other businesses should consider tailoring their offerings towards bespoke, high-security, and proprietary solutions to appeal to similar procurement opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MO1868 Identity and Access Management Capability for WAVE, Ripple and MOSRS Software and Support Renewal

Notice Description

Identity and Access Management Capability for WAVE, Ripple and MOSRS software and support renewal 2025-2026 for the Met Office.

Procurement Information

This is specialist software and Ping Identity has propriety rights. Therefore contract to be issued via direct award ensuring that we are able to deliver key contracts and Met Office customers are able to access the Services that they have paid for.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e246
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080473-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48218000 - License management software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£189,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£189,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2026 6-12 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

PING IDENTITY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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