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SAIRA Data Collection Service

MET OFFICE

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01 Jun 2026 at 08:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, a central government public authority located in Exeter, has awarded a contract titled "SAIRA Data Collection Service" to the University of Surrey. This project falls under the services category, particularly focused on research and experimental development. The contract revolves around developing an API to streamline the handling of SAIRA data by airline staff, utilising Android tablets and bespoke applications. This procurement, conducted without competition under a direct method, is now in the award stage with the contract effectively commenced on 1st June 2026 and expected to conclude on 30th June 2026. The contract is valued at a gross amount of £54,000, emphasising data safety and efficiency in operations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research, software development, particularly in API creation and deployment, as well as those involved in aviation data services. Firms with expertise in developing secure, user-friendly applications for data handling and cloud storage solutions would find this project particularly aligned with their capabilities. Additionally, businesses experienced in handling sensitive data and delivering reliable backup solutions have the potential to engage with similar future opportunities within public sector contracts, indicating fertile ground for growth and collaboration with governmental agencies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SAIRA Data Collection Service

Notice Description

An application programming interface (API) will be developed to facilitate the upload of data files by airline staff and retrieval of data files/points by the Met Office. Once data is received, the system will automatically merge the incoming SAIRA files and process the radiation dose information, streamlining the workflow and reducing manual intervention. To safeguard against data loss and ensure long-term availability, regular backups will be performed and stored within the UK. Location data directly from the airlines would be preferred, however FlightRadar24, or similar alternatives, can be incorporated to match the SAIRA data to geographic position. The system will utilize Android tablets, one each for British Airways and Virgin Atlantic to begin with, to facilitate the data upload process from SAIRA instruments. A bespoke Android application will be developed and installed on these tablets, providing airline ground staff with secure user accounts. This application will enable users to read data directly from the micro SD cards and upload the extracted files to the cloud server. The design aims to maintain operational familiarity for airline staff while improving reliability and efficiency in data handling.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a9d5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051177-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20263 days ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 30 days
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
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 SURREY(THE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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