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Professional Survey Software

MET OFFICE

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05 Jun 2026 at 06:20

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by the Met Office, involves the acquisition of professional survey software, including licences, for use in the public authority central government sector. This contract, identified as DN814672, is categorised under the industry of software package and information systems (CPV: 48000000). The procurement was conducted directly without competition, reflecting a below-threshold procurement method. The process has reached the award stage with a contract signed on 28th May 2026, set to commence on 29th June 2026 and conclude by 28th June 2027. The delivery location is within the United Kingdom, specifically Exeter, enhancing the region's technological infrastructure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions, particularly those offering professional survey software, as it underscores the government's need for such technology. The direct procurement method indicates a streamlined process advantageous for small to medium enterprises like QUESTBACK UK LIMITED, the awarded supplier, which holds expertise in delivering software solutions efficiently. Businesses with capabilities in the creation and maintenance of software systems tailored to governmental needs are well-positioned to benefit from and potentially secure similar contracts in future procurement cycles.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Professional Survey Software

Notice Description

Professional survey software including licences

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ae2b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053095-2026
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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,419 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2027 6-12 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

QUESTBACK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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