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title: "Akamai Software Subscription and Support"
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published: "2026-06-18"
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# Akamai Software Subscription and Support

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6537e2bf-34b3-4fc5-81a0-656f20c83d47

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## Summary

The public procurement process managed by the Met Office involves the acquisition of Akamai Software Subscription and Support, classified under the software package and information systems industry category (CPV: 48000000). This procurement activity is linked to the South West region of the United Kingdom. The process has advanced to the award stage as of 18th June 2026, with Softcat being awarded the contract on 15th May 2026. The contract period spans from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2027. This procurement was conducted using a selective method under a call-off framework agreement, indicating a targeted selection process for suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the software and IT support sectors, particularly those capable of providing specialised software packages and services like Akamai's offerings. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to participate in such tenders due to the suitability preferences outlined in the procurement. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate business growth by establishing relationships with prominent public sector organisations such as the Met Office, thereby potentially opening doors to further procurement opportunities.

## Notice

Akamai API AAPI and support PPSOA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/621703d4-46f2-4669-b22a-78fa131b69be |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £379,832 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £379,832 |
| 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 | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2026 at 16:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/621703d4-46f2-4669-b22a-78fa131b69be

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/621703d4-46f2-4669-b22a-78fa131b69be
  18th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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