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title: "Development of Machine Learning Pipeline Software"
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# Development of Machine Learning Pipeline Software

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3601961a-640f-401f-aa86-1baebf5a09f8

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## Summary

The Met Office has awarded a contract for the "Development of Machine Learning Pipeline Software" under the industry category of research and development services. Located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, this procurement reached the award stage on 18th September 2024, with the contract period set from 18th September 2024 to 31st March 2025. The direct procurement method used was a single tender action below the threshold, with a contract value of £25,000. This project is well-suited for SMEs, although vcses did not feature prominently in this specific tender process.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in software development, particularly in the field of machine learning. The contract has been awarded to NIWA, an organisation recognised for its large scale and non-vcse status. The Met Office's focus on innovative technology solutions could open doors for similar future contracts, providing businesses with the chance to establish a relationship with a government entity renowned for its progressive technological initiatives.

## Notice

Development of Machine Learning Pipeline Software

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25cb338b-21c6-458a-bd99-31692bf0362e |
| 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 | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 17 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,000 |
| 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 | NIWA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 9 Oct 2024 at 12:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25cb338b-21c6-458a-bd99-31692bf0362e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25cb338b-21c6-458a-bd99-31692bf0362e
  9th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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