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HPC Firewall - Replacement SFPs

MET OFFICE

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09 Apr 2026 at 10:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, a central government public authority located in Exeter, UK, has recently completed a tendering process for the project titled "HPC Firewall - Replacement SFPs." This procurement process focused on the supply of Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) modules necessary for their high-performance computing infrastructure, classifying the project under the goods category related to "Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages." The procurement was done using a limited method due to the contract being below the threshold and involved limited competition. The procurement stage concluded with the award and contract active by 31st March 2026, with a contract period running from the start date to the 30th of June 2026. The total contract value amounted to GBP 17,353.92.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses dealing in computing hardware and network solutions, especially those specialising in modular hardware components. The selected supplier, BOXXE, underscores the potential for large-scale enterprises to compete effectively in such procurements. However, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with niche expertise in supplying innovative, cost-effective SFP solutions could also be advantaged in similar opportunities, provided they can navigate the limited competition frameworks effectively. Engaging in such public sector contracts can pave the way for substantial business growth by enhancing credibility, market presence, and experience, particularly in the government sector.

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Notice Title

HPC Firewall - Replacement SFPs

Notice Description

Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) modules

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067ece
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032298-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£17,353 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 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
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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

BOXXE

Further Information

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