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title: "Maintenance of satellite data collection"
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# Maintenance of satellite data collection

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-466fd5a7-edd7-4fe5-8284-d6376fa9a3b0

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## Summary

The procurement process concerns the maintenance of satellite data collection, conducted by the Met Office, a reputed organisation based in Exeter, England. Classified under software support services (CPV code 72261000), this project is complete, with a total contract value of £42,533. The procurement method followed was a direct single tender action, applicable as it was below the threshold. The contract period commenced on 8th December 2017 and concluded on 7th December 2018. Although the tender period concluded on 7th December 2017, the award notice was published on 15th March 2018, signifying the finalisation of the contract.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in software support services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Companies with expertise in satellite data maintenance and software solutions would find this project well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in such projects can facilitate business growth as successful contractors may gain credibility and future opportunities within the public sector, particularly with the Met Office and similar governmental organisations.

## Notice

Maintenance of satellite data collection

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7475aecc-92f1-4c35-965f-0ff629c50662 |
| 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 | 15 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 8 Dec 2017 - 7 Dec 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £42,533 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | KONGSBERG SPACETEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72261000 - Software support services

## Release History

- 15 Mar 2018 at 15:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7475aecc-92f1-4c35-965f-0ff629c50662

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7475aecc-92f1-4c35-965f-0ff629c50662
  15th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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