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TC186/GC - Provision of a Weather Forecasting Service

MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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14 Jun 2018 at 17:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Manchester City Council is seeking to procure a Weather Forecasting Service through an open tender process identified as TC186/GC. This initiative aims to support ten Greater Manchester Authorities in managing their highway networks during adverse weather conditions. The awarded contract, valued at £200,000, commenced on 15th October 2015 and is set to run until 14th October 2018. Businesses interested in this service should note that the procurement process has concluded, and it is important to stay updated on future opportunities with the council.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies within the meteorological services sector, particularly those specialising in weather forecasting and data analytics. Businesses that can provide innovative weather solutions and support infrastructure management are particularly well-suited to compete in such procurements. Engaging in this market can help providers establish relationships with local authorities and expand their clientele within the public sector.

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Notice Title

TC186/GC - Provision of a Weather Forecasting Service

Notice Description

Provision of a Weather Forecasting Service to the ten Greater Manchester Authorities, to enable them to make decisions about treatment of their respective highway networks, during periods of adverse weather.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a83a9c60-d853-4d53-b39e-aeff71eadfc7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b9e72ac-9f4c-405a-bdcc-a513427e463b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38127000 - Weather stations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 2015Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 201510 years ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2015 - 14 Oct 2018 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Colin Butterworth
Contact Email
c.butterworth@manchester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 2LA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE MET OFFICE

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