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title: "Kitchen Equipment"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2026-02-06"
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# Kitchen Equipment

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fc11c591-26d2-4356-ac07-fce2def4ce72

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the Met Office, based in Exeter, England, pertains to a contract titled "Kitchen Equipment", focusing on appliances for commercial kitchens. This process is categorised under the industry for freezers, along with related categories like refrigerators and electric ovens. The procurement was executed through a limited method involving competitive quotations below the threshold. The tender, having been completed, saw its award phase published on 6th February 2026, with the initial contract starting from 7th January 2026 and ending on 31st March 2026. The delivery location is specified as the South West region of the United Kingdom, with the overall contract valued at £107,000.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in kitchen appliances, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality freezers and related equipment. The contract was awarded to Compass Services UK Ltd, indicating that businesses of a similar scale and capability could stand good chances in future, similar competitive tenders. The Met Office's preference for a competitive quotation approach suggests potential for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to successfully bid in future opportunities, given the structured yet accessible procurement route. Engaging with such tenders can promote business growth by securing valuable contracts with well-established public sector entities.

## Notice

Appliances for commercial kitchen

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fc45d2f-d65d-4fae-a441-9271e5393127 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £107,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £107,000 |
| 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 | COMPASS SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 39711120 - Freezers
- 39711130 - Refrigerators
- 39711340 - Plate warmers
- 39711361 - Electric ovens
- 39711400 - Roasters, hobs, hotplates and boiling rings
- 42214110 - Grills

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2026 at 16:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fc45d2f-d65d-4fae-a441-9271e5393127

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1fc45d2f-d65d-4fae-a441-9271e5393127
  6th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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