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title: "Software development"
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# Software development

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5b1124a0-ad82-4f4b-abea-256280a6a2b3

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Met Office, involved a tender for software development services, designated under the IT services category. The contract, valued at £171,500, was awarded to The App Business Limited (TAB) following the closure of the tender period on 3rd August 2016. The contract period commenced on 4th August 2016 and concluded on 14th October 2016. The procurement was conducted through a framework agreement (RM1043) and is classified as a service contract located in the South West region of England.

This tender presents potential growth opportunities for companies specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in software development and consulting. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete in this procurement, fostering innovation and collaboration. Firms looking to expand their portfolios and partnerships in the government sector may find this type of contract beneficial in accessing public sector opportunities and enhancing their market presence.

## Notice

Contract called off from Government Framework Agreement RM1043.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/316016b3-b545-4561-af2d-1a0870c9fb5d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Aug 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Aug 2016 |
| Contract period | 3 Aug 2016 - 14 Oct 2016 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £171,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £171,500 |
| 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 | THE APP BUSINESS LIMITED (TAB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 30 Nov 2016 at 11:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/316016b3-b545-4561-af2d-1a0870c9fb5d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/316016b3-b545-4561-af2d-1a0870c9fb5d
  30th November 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2ea9a594-1784-4034-b966-8a62b56ca0c9
  Software development

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