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title: "Software development"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2017-06-06"
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# Software development

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-62d9b283-4de7-41f2-b8c5-6255ad2f0afe

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## Summary

The procurement process for software development services was carried out by the Met Office, a prominent government organisation based in Exeter, England. This contract, valued at £43,200, was initiated under a framework agreement and has been classified under the IT services category. The procurement method used was 'Other', with the tender period concluding on 2nd March 2017, and the contract period running from 3rd March 2017 to 28th February 2018. The award for this contract was published on 6th June 2017, confirming its completion.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) interested in the information technology services sector, particularly those specialising in software development and support. Businesses that can leverage agile methodologies or have experience working with government frameworks may find themselves well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. Given the nature of the contract and the buyer’s stature, this project could lead to further engagements and partnerships within the public sector.

## Notice

Contract called off from Government Framework Agreement RM1557.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1462a668-f1ea-4e82-b9d0-ec8eeae9a7bf |
| 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 | 6 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 3 Mar 2017 - 28 Feb 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £43,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £43,000 |
| 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 | RED HAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 6 Jun 2017 at 13:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1462a668-f1ea-4e82-b9d0-ec8eeae9a7bf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1462a668-f1ea-4e82-b9d0-ec8eeae9a7bf
  6th June 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/22bf0e55-33c7-4879-aafe-c0af85e554d0
  Software development

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