Media Monitoring

Met Office

Published: Jul 27, 2026

Updated: Jul 27, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the media and communication, information and communication technology and general supplies sectors, with a focus on artificial intelligence, IT support and Security Services. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 125,000. Proposals must be submitted before August 21, 2026.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the media and communication sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The Met Office is frequently referenced in online, print and broadcast media in stories relating to the weather, climate science and the wider industries we provide services to. As an indication of scale, in the last calendar year (1 Jan 25 - 31 Dec 25) our assigned keywords recorded 511,412 online, 114,528 broadcast and 3,004 print article mentions in our current media monitoring tool. The ability to measure, analyse and report on this coverage is crucial for our situational awareness and ability to measure the success of our communications outputs. We are also required to provide reviews and summaries for our executive and for wider office awareness. Additionally, the ability to reach media at all levels across traditional print, online and broadcast is important to maximise the reach of our messages. A comprehensive and up-to-date journalist and media outlet database is therefore an important part of this service provision. Scope The supplier will provide a media monitoring and analysis tool to provide high-quality summaries, analysis and reports. This monitoring should be available in both automated and manual formats, including daily media roundups, as well as specific coverage reports on external communications projects. The Met Office communications team is looking to maximise efficiencies by using automation and efficiencies provided by Artificial Intelligence where possible. The supplier is required to provide an up-to-date journalist and media outlet contact database, including relevant information to help inform communications strategies. There is also a requirement for technical support and onboarding training. The expectation is that these Services will be invoiced annually in advance for each contract year. Contract Term 3 + 1 + 1

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on July 27, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 070904-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Met Office

Met Office has issued 204 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 5 currently open and 191 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Information & Communication Technology, and General Supplies & Services. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: July 27, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £125,000 - £125,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 070904-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 21, 2026. You have 24 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Met Office in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Media & Communications sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.