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title: "Data connection"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ad592582-b98e-4e8e-bb74-5981911374eb"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2017-10-17"
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# Data connection

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ad592582-b98e-4e8e-bb74-5981911374eb

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Data connection" contract was conducted by the Met Office, located in Exeter, England. This was a selective procurement method involving call-off from a framework agreement RM1045, with a total contract value of £141,000. The contract period commenced on 7th June 2017 and is scheduled to end on 31st August 2018. The tender was awarded on 6th June 2017, following the completion of the tender period which concluded on that same date.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the telecommunications and networking sector. Businesses that offer services related to data connections and network solutions are well-positioned to compete for future contracts in similar procurement processes. The established relationship with the Met Office could lead to further contracts, allowing for sustained collaboration and expansion within the public sector market.

## Notice

Contract called off from Government Framework Agreement RM1045.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75d7170a-851d-4200-bbfb-c0a463c48625 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 17 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 6 Jun 2017 - 31 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £141,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £141,000 |
| 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 | VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32400000 - Networks

## Release History

- 17 Oct 2017 at 13:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75d7170a-851d-4200-bbfb-c0a463c48625

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75d7170a-851d-4200-bbfb-c0a463c48625
  17th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9a20e10a-ad37-4cc2-a191-9f285f228005

## Provenance

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