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Meteorological Equipment

MET OFFICE

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07 Jan 2021 at 16:14

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for meteorological equipment was conducted by the Met Office, a central authority based in Exeter, England. The contract, valued at £23,442, falls under the goods category, specifically for meteorological instruments. This single tender action was completed on 12th October 2020, with the awarded contract period commencing on 13th October 2020 and concluding on 11th December 2020. The procurement method was direct, indicating a streamlined approach for this tender process.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in the supply of meteorological instruments and related technologies. Companies specialising in the development and provision of scientific equipment or services tailored for environmental monitoring would be particularly well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. Engaging with the Met Office could lead to further growth and collaboration within the industry.

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Notice Title

Meteorological Equipment

Notice Description

Meteorological equipment for use in existing network.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e0cf39f9-d4e4-4c42-bdd2-9c875e1d69be
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c44f6cde-1fc4-4878-ba47-c3a2c4f39d08
Current Stage
Award
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
£23,442 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£23,442 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
12 Oct 2020 - 11 Dec 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

BALMORAL COMTEC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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