Tender

East Anglia Radar - Erection of Tower, Communications Cabin and Associated Works

MET OFFICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

17 Apr 2024 at 13:32

Tender

17 Apr 2024 at 13:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has initiated a tender process for the project titled "East Anglia Radar - Erection of Tower, Communications Cabin and Associated Works" in the construction industry category. The procurement method is an open procedure with a value of £750,000. The tender period ends on 31st May 2024, with the contract period starting on 2nd September 2024 and ending on 1st September 2025. The buying organisation is the Met Office located in Exeter, United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity by the Met Office for construction works presents a chance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate. Businesses specialising in construction and related services, such as tower erection and communications infrastructure, would be well-suited to compete. The project's location in East Anglia offers strategic growth opportunities for businesses looking to expand their presence in the region and establish long-term contracts with a reputable organisation.

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Notice Title

East Anglia Radar - Erection of Tower, Communications Cabin and Associated Works

Notice Description

The erection of a +24m radar tower and staircase along with an associated comms cabin (portacabin) to be situated within part of Anglian Water Drilling Unit Site. A 5.15m high radome and 0.6m lightening finial will sit on top of the tower and will be provided by others. At the base of the tower there will be a small communications building which will house associated communication equipment. The tower and comms building will be located within a secure compound with a 2.4 metre fence. Please register through https://procontract.due-north.com to view the opportunity

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59419e1f-f4a2-436d-8028-417d38f0fc9c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2024 - 1 Sep 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Pinhoe
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

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