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title: "Pricing Framework Refresh"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067f98"
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# Pricing Framework Refresh

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067f98

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## Summary

The Met Office has completed the procurement of services for its "Pricing Framework Refresh" project. This contract, bearing the identification number MO2197 / DN812560, focuses on a review of the existing Market Assessment, Pricing Framework, and Pricing Policy. As a public authority within central government, the Met Office located in Exeter, UK, engaged Osborne Clarke LLP as the supplier from London. The procurement was conducted directly, under a "Below threshold - without competition" method, indicating a streamlined process. The contract started on 25 April 2026 and will conclude on 16 June 2026, with a total value of £20,000 excluding VAT, although the gross amount reaches £24,000. Involved industry categories emphasise market research services, and the delivery focuses on the UK region labeled UKK.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in market research services, particularly those comfortable operating within frameworks and policies of central government authorities. The procurement method suggests an environment favouring direct engagement, which could benefit established entities like Osborne Clarke LLP that have a reputation and capacity for servicing public sector projects. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) may also find avenues for growth by demonstrating capacity and expertise in providing tailored analytic and assessment services. The inclusion of market-specific reviews can drive advancement in industry methodologies and contribute to optimised pricing strategies, offering potentially lucrative partnerships with governmental agencies.

## Notice

Review of the existing Market Assessment, Pricing Framework and Pricing Policy

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037196-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Apr 2026 - 16 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,000 |
| Contracts value | £20,000 |

## Status

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

## 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 | OSBORNE CLARKE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79310000 - Market research services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 14:18 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037196-2026
- 10 Apr 2026 at 08:39 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032659-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037196-2026
  23rd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032659-2026
  10th April 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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