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British Oceanographic Data Centre (BODC) Data Management Costs

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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31 Mar 2026 at 14:29

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed the procurement process for the "British Oceanographic Data Centre (BODC) Data Management Costs," addressing the industry category of data services. This procurement was executed using a direct method under the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54, and classified as below threshold without competition. The contracted services will be managed by the National Oceanography Centre, the awarded supplier, from 28th January 2026 to 28th January 2027. Based in Exeter, the University is situated in the South West of England (UKK43), while the National Oceanography Centre is in Southampton, South East England (UKJ32). The contract was signed on 27th January 2026, with an awarded value of £32,290.80.

This tender offers robust business opportunities for organisations skilled in data services, enabling growth in partnerships with academic establishments like the University of Exeter. Large-scale data management firms, particularly those specialising in oceanographic information, are well-suited for such contracts, as they provide an essential service in scientific research infrastructure. Businesses benefiting from these engagements can expand their reach in the science and education sector, leveraging their expertise to contribute to significant environmental and research projects. Being part of the UK’s network of public undertakings, such contracts enhance a company's profile and reputation in the competitive field of data services.

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Notice Title

British Oceanographic Data Centre (BODC) Data Management Costs

Notice Description

British Oceanographic Data Centre (BODC) Data Management Costs for Katy Sheen (COSSMoSS) - Revised costs

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0679a4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029858-2026
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£32,290 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jan 2026 - 28 Jan 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
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
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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