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title: "FGS Third line support Sep-24 to Sep-26"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c04494de-e064-4c85-ac5c-34391f338766"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2024-08-14"
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# FGS Third line support Sep-24 to Sep-26

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c04494de-e064-4c85-ac5c-34391f338766

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## Summary

The Met Office has awarded a contract titled "FGS Third line support Sep-24 to Sep-26" to SOFTWIRE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED for IT services including consulting, software development, internet, and support. This contract falls under the CPV classification 72000000 and has a total value of £360,000. The procurement is taking place in the South West region of the United Kingdom and follows a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period runs from 24th July 2024 to 1st October 2024, with the award being officially published on 14th August 2024.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in high-level support and software development. SMEs are encouraged to participate, benefitting from the substantial contract value and the chance to establish or strengthen a working relationship with a prestigious organisation like the Met Office. Businesses well-versed in delivering third-line support services will find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities, offering avenues for substantial growth and market presence.

## Notice

FGS Third line support Sep-24 to Sep-26 Framework Number: RM1557.13

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3fb43af-a857-4bb3-b1bf-15843522e0b7 |
| 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 | 14 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Jul 2024 - 1 Oct 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £360,000 |
| 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 | SOFTWIRE TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 14 Aug 2024 at 13:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3fb43af-a857-4bb3-b1bf-15843522e0b7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3fb43af-a857-4bb3-b1bf-15843522e0b7
  14th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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