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title: "PMLSR - Next Product Generation Build and Support"
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# PMLSR - Next Product Generation Build and Support

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4cc199d-8adc-4cf4-9e80-8916a64ae6a0

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## Summary

The Met Office recently concluded a selective procurement process with the title "PMLSR - Next Product Generation Build and Support" under the IT services category, consisting of consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The project aims to design, configure/build, and provide ongoing support for an automated product generation capability, replacing an existing on-premises solution. The procurement method was a call-off from the Digital Specialists and Programmes Framework. The tender, valued at GBP 6,050,000, had its award published on 27th January 2025, with the contract running from 27th January 2025 to 31st January 2029. The project will be executed in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those focusing on software development and support. SMEs are particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders due to the Met Office's suitability criteria, which encourage SME participation. Companies that can deliver innovative solutions and provide continuous support for complex IT systems will find this tender valuable for their business growth. Partnering with a reputable public sector organisation like the Met Office also enhances market credibility and opens doors to further government contracts.

## Notice

Third party supplier contract to design, configure/build and provide ongoing live support to an automated product generation capability (NPG) as a replacement for an ageing on-premises solution. Call-Off from the Digital Specialists and Programmes Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14246797-5516-4400-9172-0f4142576430 |
| 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 | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 27 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,050,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,050,000 |
| 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 | ROWE IT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2025 at 10:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14246797-5516-4400-9172-0f4142576430

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14246797-5516-4400-9172-0f4142576430
  27th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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