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title: "Space Weather R2O2R"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055c39"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MET OFFICE"
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# Space Weather R2O2R

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055c39

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## Summary

The recent procurement process led by the Met Office, a central government public authority based in Exeter, United Kingdom, focused on advancing the 'Space Weather R2O2R' initiative. The procurement falls within the research and development services industry category, with the British Geological Survey (BGS) serving as the supplier. The process utilised a direct award method due to technical reasons and proprietary rights held by the supplier. The procurement, classified under services, came to a conclusion on April 2, 2026, after initially being completed on March 31, 2026. Key collaboration principles between Met Office and BGS were established, aiming to enhance resilience, support, and knowledge transfer for model operations related to geomagnetically induced currents affecting the UK’s infrastructure.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific research and development, particularly those with expertise in space weather-related modelling and forecasting. Companies that can provide deep technical knowledge and proprietary expertise could find potential growth through such collaborations. The procurement requirements specifically highlight the necessity for exclusive intellectual property rights and technical competence, positioning businesses with established models and foreknowledge of Geomagnetic Induced Currents as ideal candidates to compete in such tenders. This setting provides an avenue for continued innovation and operational integration, aligning with strategic goals in space weather services.

## Notice

The partner, British Geological Society or 'BGS' led the 'SAGE' (ground effects) project in the SWIMMR Programme (2019-2024). BGS developed the SPIDER model - an integrated nowcast and forecasting system for the modelled effects from Geomagnetically Induced Currents (GIC) in the Great Britain high voltage power network, pipeline and railways in near-real-time. We have worked with the partner, to agree aims and objectives for delivery of 'R2O2R' and in collaboration we have agreed overarching principles for the contract. These are - The models will continue to be developed as required, for transition to operation and will be effectively supported by BGS; - The collaboration between MO and the partner institution will aim to ensure the best possible resilience for the models over the long term (by seeking to retain expert support during transition to operations); - Partner expertise and knowledge will effectively be transferred to MO in order to secure the transfer of the models into operation; - The boundaries and mechanisms for of any ongoing collaborative relationship (beyond the contract period) with the partner will be defined and any principles agreed; - The contract deliverables will ensure that the balance of knowledge and expertise to run, support and interpret the models and their outputs, and reliance on expertise will shift away from the partners and towards the MO for transition to operation; - The collaboration will take a risk-based approach to ensuring the models and model outputs are able to transition to operation.

### Procurement Information

The partner, British Geological Society or 'BGS' led the 'SAGE' (ground effects) project in the SWIMMR Programme (2019-2024). BGS developed the SPIDER model - an integrated nowcast and forecasting system for the modelled effects from Geomagnetically Induced Currents (GIC) in the Great Britain high voltage power network, pipeline and railways in near-real-time.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030948-2026 |
| Notice type | UK11 - Contract Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £157,872 |
| Contracts value | £157,872 |

## 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 | BRITISH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY (BGS) A COMPONENT OF UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION (UKRI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 13:19 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030948-2026
- 2 Apr 2026 at 13:17 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030944-2026
- 7 Aug 2025 at 13:11 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046946-2025
- 9 Jul 2025 at 14:26 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038679-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030948-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030944-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046946-2025
  7th August 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038679-2025
  9th July 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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