---
title: "Akamai FASTDNS Renewal 2026-29"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069305"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2026-05-07"
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# Akamai FASTDNS Renewal 2026-29

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069305

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Akamai FASTDNS Renewal 2026-29", initiated by the Met Office, has successfully reached the award stage with the contract being signed on 7th May 2026. This project, focused on renewing Akamai Edge DNS & DNSSEC services for a three-year period starting from 1st June 2026 until 31st May 2029, falls under the industry category of software package and information systems. The procurement, which follows a below-threshold method, was awarded to SOFTCAT PLC, and the services are to be delivered in the UK region, particularly Exeter. The total value of the contract is £17,648.32, with the goods category as its main focus.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in software and information systems, particularly those specialising in DNS and related network services. Companies proficient in offering scalable DNS solutions similar to Akamai's offerings would have been well-suited for this contract. Given the strategic importance of the Met Office as part of the central government, securing such a contract can enhance a business's portfolio and credibility within the public sector, offering long-term growth prospects through potential future collaborations and opportunities.

## Notice

Akamai Edge DNS & DNSSEC 3YR from 01/06/2026 - 31/05/2029.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041775-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,707 |

## 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 | SOFTCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 7 May 2026 at 09:28 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041775-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041775-2026
  7th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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