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Meteorological Equipment

MET OFFICE

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18 Oct 2019 at 13:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has completed a procurement process for meteorological equipment, specifically replacement instruments for an existing network. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified with a CPV code of 38120000. The tender was conducted through a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action, and the contract period was from 29 July 2019 to 23 August 2019. The total contract value was £35,406, with delivery set for the South West region of the United Kingdom. The award of the contract was finalised on 26 July 2019, and the awarded supplier is EQUINOX INSTRUMENTS LTD.

This procurement process offers significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the goods industry, particularly those specialising in meteorological and related equipment. Businesses that have experience with meteorological instruments or a strong track record in similar contracts may find this procurement particularly relevant to their growth strategy. Engaging with the Met Office for future contracts or developments could lead to further opportunities in the public sector, enhancing their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Meteorological Equipment

Notice Description

Replacement equipment for use in existing network.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-830662b2-915d-482d-8c90-1ed56e6ff56a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4da385b-ffa9-49f6-a39c-022fe974ae41
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38120000 - Meteorological instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,406 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,406 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jul 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jul 20196 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2019 - 23 Aug 2019 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX1 3PB
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EQUINOX INSTRUMENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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