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

Met Office

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18 Jun 2026 at 15:59

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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27 Mar 2026 at 14:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, a central government public authority based in Exeter, has completed the procurement process for the "Met Office Foundation Operational Meteorology Programme (FOMP) LOT1 Co-Design & Development Call Off Contract". This contract involves co-designing and developing a work-based learning pathway for Operational Meteorologists. The programme aligns with Met Office strategic objectives and national accreditation requirements. The procurement method was selective, awarded under a framework, and the contract was signed on 29th May 2026. The Met Office collaborated with the University of Plymouth Enterprise Limited, headquartered in Plymouth, for this project. The contract's duration is from 29th May 2026 to 31st August 2026, with potential extensions until the end of the year to ensure continuity and completion of services.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in education and training services, particularly those with expertise in innovative programme development for governmental departments. The partnership with the Met Office highlights the potential for businesses to contribute to high-profile, impactful programmes that expand their portfolio and demonstrate their capability in delivering strategic initiatives. Companies specialising in educational service provision or those looking to enhance their footprint within public sector contracts would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar tenders, as this project emphasised innovation, strategic alignment, and future-facing development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

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

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/057716-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details 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
£400,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
29 May 2026 - 31 Aug 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
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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 Plymouth Enterprise Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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