Tender

Profiling Floats for Ocean Data Collection

MET OFFICE

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Tender

20 Nov 2021 at 19:34

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office is currently conducting an open tender titled "Profiling Floats for Ocean Data Collection," aiming to establish a Framework Agreement for the supply of profiling floats. The procurement includes two specific lots: Lot 1 for standard floats with Iridium communications and Lot 2 for Iridium floats equipped with Bio-Geochemical sensors. Bids are due by 20th December 2021, and the scope of the contract will span from 27th January 2022 to 26th January 2025. This procurement falls within the meteorological instruments category and is located in England, with a total estimated value of £1,900,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of scientific and meteorological equipment, especially those with capabilities in producing advanced ocean data collection tools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as they may be well-suited to fulfil the requirements of either or both lots within this procurement. This initiative not only highlights the growing demand for innovative solutions in environmental monitoring but also provides a chance for businesses to engage in long-term supply agreements with a reputable public authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Profiling Floats for Ocean Data Collection

Notice Description

Tender Ref. DN583184 You are invited to submit a Tender to supply profiling floats for ocean data collection. The Met Office wishes to place a Framework Agreement to cover the following Lots: Lot 1 - Standard floats with Iridium communications Lot 2 - Iridium floats with Bio-Geochemical sensors Suppliers may submit bids for one, or both Lots.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ae5ecf30-a21b-4879-8831-fc8792294058
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa6d5102-1a94-4dcc-98ab-5899b075f01a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38120000 - Meteorological instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Jan 2022 - 26 Jan 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

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