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title: "Scientific Publication Subscription"
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published: "2021-01-26"
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# Scientific Publication Subscription

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1fa6ecaf-4f25-4847-9c8c-7188581b19e6

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## Summary

The Met Office, located in Exeter, England, recently completed a procurement process for a contract titled "Scientific Publication Subscription." This initiative falls under the industry category of journals and was conducted using a direct procurement method with a single tender action, as the total contract value was below the relevant threshold. The tender period ended on 23rd October 2020, with the contract commencing from 24th October 2020 and running until 31st December 2021. The awarded contract is valued at £36,000.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the publishing or subscription service sectors, particularly those specialising in scientific journals. Given that the procurement method was direct and involved a single supplier, businesses that are agile and can deliver tailored subscription services may find it beneficial to engage with the Met Office for similar upcoming contracts. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are notably welcome in this space, highlighting the potential for growth through participation in future public procurements.

## Notice

Scientific Publication Subscription

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f153d26-3621-49ff-b08f-d21304cfe4ea |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 23 Oct 2020 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,000 |
| 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 | SPRINGER CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22211000 - Journals

## Release History

- 26 Jan 2021 at 15:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f153d26-3621-49ff-b08f-d21304cfe4ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f153d26-3621-49ff-b08f-d21304cfe4ea
  26th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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