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Meteorological Equipment

MET OFFICE

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12 Jun 2020 at 10:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Met Office, located in Exeter, England, which has awarded a contract for "Meteorological Equipment" specifically focused on radiosonde apparatus within the meteorological instruments category. This direct procurement method was executed through a single tender action, with a total contract value of £49,405. The contract period commenced on 12th February 2020 and concluded on 22nd May 2020. This tender successfully completed its tender phase with the award published on 12th June 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in meteorological instruments and related goods, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that offer innovative equipment or technology related to meteorological services are well-positioned to benefit from future contracts. Engaging in similar procurement processes enables such businesses to expand their market presence and secure contracts with key public sector organisations like the Met Office.

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Notice Title

Meteorological Equipment

Notice Description

Radiosonde apparatus.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-93283f3b-d0e4-46a2-b63a-1d0b6e92b9b6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a47cea9c-82f0-4cf4-980f-64db73d02bdf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38120000 - Meteorological instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,405 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,405 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20206 years ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2020 - 22 May 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.enquiries@metoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

TOTEX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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