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title: "Strategic Launch Signage"
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buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2025-05-01"
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# Strategic Launch Signage

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4df4cb8-cd12-4713-97b3-13488c40beb9

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Strategic Launch Signage" was conducted by the Met Office, located in Exeter, England. The contracting process falls under the services industry category and was executed using a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold. The process has now reached the award stage, with key dates including the tender period end date on 30 April 2025 and the contract period from 1 May 2025 to 31 May 2025. The awarded contract, valued at £36,240, has been granted to Signs Express (Plymouth), with delivery centred in Plymouth (PL2 3BY). The procurement specifically aims to cater to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender signifies a strategic opportunity for SMEs involved in the signage industry to engage with a reputable public sector organisation like the Met Office. The direct procurement method employed highlights a preference for rapid and efficient service provision, suitable for businesses capable of delivering high-quality signage solutions swiftly. Companies that specialise in signage production and installation, particularly those with experience in handling similar projects within a tight schedule, will find this opportunity particularly conducive to business growth and market expansion.

## Notice

Signage for a Strategy launch

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfabfd21-412a-4166-9c54-b5e2836a7a1e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 31 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,240 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,240 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SIGNS EXPRESS (PLYMOUTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34928470 - Signage

## Release History

- 1 May 2025 at 15:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfabfd21-412a-4166-9c54-b5e2836a7a1e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bfabfd21-412a-4166-9c54-b5e2836a7a1e
  1st May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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