---
title: "Development of a Machine Learning Pipeline Software"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05451e"
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published: "2026-03-30"
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# Development of a Machine Learning Pipeline Software

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05451e

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## Summary

The Met Office, a central government authority based in Exeter, United Kingdom, conducted a public procurement process for the development of a Machine Learning Pipeline Software. This procurement was in the industry category of IT services, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support. The procurement method was direct, below the threshold, and did not involve competition. The process culminated in an award to the Bureau of Meteorology, based in Melbourne, Australia. The contract was signed on 9th June 2025 and was active until its termination on 30th September 2025. The complete value of the contract was £25,000, excluding VAT.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those specialising in machine learning and software development. Companies that have expertise in developing educational resources and managing software projects would find this contract entirely suitable for their growth, especially if they are interested in international collaboration. The procurement process prioritised entities capable of extending and managing complex software tools such as PyEarthTools, making it ideal for businesses with a strong record in technical project leadership and documentation. Although this specific contract is complete, it highlights the Met Office's commitment to investing in IT innovations, indicating potential future opportunities for similar contracts in the sector.

## Notice

The Developmentof a Machine Learning 25000.00 Pipeline Software activities: 1. Extend PyEarthToolsdocumentation, including a new project guide; 2. Develop additional Jupyter notebooks that support the adoption of PyEarthTools3. Provide managementand leadershipfor the developmentof PyEarthTools (e.g. task definition, onboarding new developers, coordinating between contributors) contributors)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028940-2026 |
| Notice type | UK11 - Contract Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £25,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Terminated |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MET OFFICE |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| 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 | BUREAU OF METEOROLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 09:49 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028940-2026
- 9 Jun 2025 at 10:27 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030872-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028940-2026
  30th March 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030872-2025
  9th June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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