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04 Aug 2026 at 15:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, a central government authority based in Exeter, has completed the procurement process for office furniture for its Belfast outstation. The tender, identified as "Belfast office furniture," falls under the "goods" category, specifically dealing with office furniture and related items. This procurement was conducted using a limited competition method, below the threshold, which simplifies the process while ensuring quality and suitability. The contract was awarded to ALPHA MARKETING UK LIMITED on 4th August 2026, with the contract period running from the same date until 30th September 2026. The total contract value is £16,176, excluding VAT. The location for the contract's delivery is within the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the UKK region.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in furniture and furnishings, particularly those able to supply goods efficiently to governmental bodies. SMEs, like ALPHA MARKETING UK LIMITED, stand to benefit from such procurements, especially when the competition is limited, allowing them to showcase their expertise and establish long-term relationships with public authorities. Companies adept at navigating the complexities of government contracts, particularly those below threshold competitions, could leverage this to enhance their portfolio and expand their business growth in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Belfast office furniture

Notice Description

Office furniture for Met Office outstation Belfast.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06dbaf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073869-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£16,176 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Contract Period
3 Aug 2026 - 30 Sep 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
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

ALPHA MARKETING

Further Information

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