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Replacement Camera Equipment

MET OFFICE

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15 Apr 2026 at 09:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Met Office, a central government public authority located in Exeter, United Kingdom, involves the acquisition of replacement camera equipment for its studio. This tender, identified as DN810911, falls under the goods category for cinematographic cameras and was completed using a direct procurement method without competition, as it was below the threshold. The stages involved in the process reached the award phase on 15 April 2026, indicating the contract's completion status. Creative Video Productions Limited, situated in Brentford, emerged as the supplier for this contract, which runs from 31 March to 31 May 2026, with a contract value of £23,635.19 excluding VAT.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in cinematographic equipment and supplies to explore potential engagements with public sector entities like the Met Office. Though this direct procurement did not involve competition due to its below-threshold nature, similar future tenders might arise under competitive models, opening doors for SMEs and creative industry suppliers. Companies with expertise in digital and video production equipment are well-positioned to leverage such opportunities to enhance their outreach in the public sector, ultimately fostering business growth within central government contracts.

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Notice Title

Replacement Camera Equipment

Notice Description

Replacement of camera equipment for Studio.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0682a7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034059-2026
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
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38651500 - Cinematographic cameras

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£23,635 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 May 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

CREATIVE VIDEO PRODUCTIONS

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