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title: "Research support service"
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buyer: "MET OFFICE"
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# Research support service

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-057b7652-fe09-46b4-8012-f05db08ffd96

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## Summary

The procurement process for a research support service, valued at £87,382, was conducted by the Met Office, located in Exeter, South West England. The tender was awarded on 21st October 2021 and the contract ran from 21st October 2021 to 31st March 2022. This procurement was classified under the CPV code 73000000, indicating it falls within the research and development services and related consultancy services sector. The procurement method used was a limited competitive quotation, aimed specifically at suppliers meeting certain criteria.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that operate within the research and development sector or provide related consultancy services. Businesses with the capability to deliver specialised research solutions and those skilled in innovative consultancy practices will find this tender particularly relevant. Engaging in such procurements can enhance their visibility in public sector contracts, driving business growth and expanding their client base.

## Notice

Research support service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc01032b-9c7d-4bda-a85d-6cb371018910 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £87,382 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £87,382 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MET OFFICE |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX1 3PB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Pinhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HOPSCOTCH CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2022 at 14:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc01032b-9c7d-4bda-a85d-6cb371018910

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc01032b-9c7d-4bda-a85d-6cb371018910
  5th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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