Tender

Ozone Sondes

MET OFFICE

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Tender

01 Oct 2024 at 16:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office, based in Exeter, has initiated an open tender for the procurement of ozone sondes, with an estimated annual requirement of approximately 56 units. The process is actively in the tender stage, with interested suppliers required to submit completed RFQ documents by 12:00 GMT on 22 October 2024. This procurement falls under the CPV classification "meteorological instruments" and encompasses multiple delivery locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and Rest of the World. The contract period is set to start on 25 November 2024 and conclude on 24 November 2027, with a budget valued at £60,000.

This tender presents a lucrative growth opportunity for businesses specialising in meteorological instruments, particularly SMEs, as the process encourages their participation. The procurement method is open and below the threshold, ensuring a wide-ranging competitive environment. Companies adept in the development or supply of ozone sondes will find this tender especially beneficial to amplify their market presence and demonstrate their capabilities in providing essential meteorological equipment. The involvement of the Met Office, a significant buyer within the meteorological industry, further adds credibility and potential for long-term business relationships.

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Notice Title

Ozone Sondes

Notice Description

The Met Office wishes to tender for its ozone sondes and the estimated annual requirement is approximately 56 units. The term ozone sonde is used to describe the ozone pump that makes up part of a complete ozone sonde. The deadline for returning you completed RFQ documents is no later than 12:00 hours GMT on 22 October 2024. This procurement opportunity is advertised on the Government Contracts Finder site and ProContract portal. Suppliers who are interested in participating in this tender exercise must register their company free of charge on the ProContract eTendering portal by following this link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Register and search for project reference DN745615 for more information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e0de84b5-75c5-4d6f-89ca-66ad36bd115b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5e7e537-7cd8-4ac3-b621-a34e14fda1f5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
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
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Nov 2024 - 24 Nov 2027 2-3 years
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
May Lee
Contact Email
may.lee@metoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3301351736

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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