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DN776644 Met Office Foundation Op Met Programme (FOMP) LOT1 Co-Design & Development Call Off Contract 001

MET OFFICE

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27 Mar 2026 at 14:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has completed a contract award process in relation to its 'Foundation Operational Meteorology Programme (FOMP)' with the University of Plymouth Enterprise Limited. The contract, awarded under a framework agreement on 27 March 2026, involves co-designing and developing a work-based learning pathway for operational meteorologists. This selective procurement method, classified under education and training services, aligns with the Met Office's strategic goals and national accreditation requirements. The programme covers the South West region of the United Kingdom and will run from 30 March 2026 to 31 August 2026, with potential extension up to four months at the authority's discretion.

This tender provides valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those experienced in the development of professional and work-based learning programmes. Organisations that can offer innovative, inclusive solutions and demonstrate alignment with national standards are well-placed to succeed in similar opportunities. The University of Plymouth, a large entity known for its research and consultancy capacity, is leading this effort, showcasing the advantages for businesses that possess deep expertise in relevant domains and an ability to collaborate on strategic programmes with public authorities like the Met Office.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DN776644 Met Office Foundation Op Met Programme (FOMP) LOT1 Co-Design & Development Call Off Contract 001

Notice Description

The Supplier (University of Plymouth) will co-design and develop the Foundation Operational Meteorology Programme (FOMP) for the Met Office, delivering a future-facing, work-based learning and development pathway for Operational Meteorologists. The flagship programme must be innovative, inclusive, and aligned with Met Office strategic objectives, and national accreditation requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0676c7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028621-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
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

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH ENTERPRISE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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