--- title: "Space Weather R2O2R - University of Surrey" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059845" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-059845" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059845.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059845.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "MET OFFICE" published: "2026-04-02" --- # Space Weather R2O2R - University of Surrey Buyer: MET OFFICE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059845 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-059845) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-059845.json) ## Summary The procurement process carried out by the Met Office in collaboration with the University of Surrey centred on the 'Space Weather R2O2R' initiative, focusing on industry growth within the research and experimental development services category. This direct tender process was awarded to the University of Surrey based on their exclusive technical expertise and proprietary rights related to the SWIMMR Programme. Initiated in September 2025 and concluding in March 2026, the project was structured to enhance existing models and code integral to the Met Office Space Weather service, with key activities located in Exeter, UK. Critical updates included modifications of software code using NM24/Cosmos data input, validation against aviation campaign data, and achieving specified milestones by the end of September and October 2025. The procurement method justified the direct award due to the University of Surrey's ownership of intellectual property and deep scientific expertise crucial for delivering model transition tasks mandated by DSIT. This tender creates noteworthy opportunities for growth by advancing the capabilities of the Met Office's systems, specifically in terms of transitioning experimental models to operational status. Businesses that possess expertise in scientific software maintenance and development could find this tender particularly beneficial, especially those adept at collaborating with large-scale organisations such as the University of Surrey. The direct award process underscores the significance of possessing technical know-how and exclusive intellectual property, offering a competitive edge to businesses boasting strong research and development credentials. Such undertakings pave the way for enhanced technological collaborations and forums for technical knowledge exchange, thereby enabling increased operational efficiency and service reach. ## Notice * Finalise modifications of MAIRE+ code to use NM24/Cosmos data as the input neutron monitor source(s). * Finalise upgrade to IGRF 14th generation, by 30/09/2025 * Collaborate with MO scientist on initial validation of MAIRE+ against SAIRA data from aviation campaign, including co-development of validation code for MAIRE+ using SAIRA data from radiosonde launches and from SAIRA aviation instruments. * work with MO on roadmap to measure model performance against observations by 31/10/2025 ### Procurement Information The deliverables within the contract are associated with a model and code already developed and owned by the partner, (supplier) to a specific maturity under the SWIMMR Programme. The academics hold the model code IPR and provide model access to Met Office under Licence (pending renewal on signature of the contract) and therefore are uniquely placed to provide these services to the Met Office. Delivery will 'accelerate' the model's development towards transition to operations within the Met Office Space Weather service as mandated by DSIT. The purpose of the contract is to continue development of the models (which requires the 'deep expertise' of the model developer) and to transfer model and model code knowledge and expertise. In short, there is no other supplier for the work associated with this model as the Met Office requires the code and expertise solely located at Surrey. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030813-2026 | | 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 | 10 Sep 2025 | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £158,000 | | Contracts value | £158,000 | ## 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SURREY | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73100000 - Research and experimental development services ## Release History - 2 Apr 2026 at 11:02 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030813-2026 - 1 Oct 2025 at 11:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061273-2025 - 11 Sep 2025 at 09:11 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055678-2025 - 11 Sep 2025 at 09:00 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055668-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030813-2026 2nd April 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061273-2025 1st October 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055678-2025 11th September 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055668-2025 11th September 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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