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DN737879 - Supply of Marine and Coastal Networks Temperature and Humidity Sensors

MET OFFICE

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Award

21 Oct 2024 at 14:30

Tender

15 Aug 2024 at 14:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Met Office has awarded a contract for the supply of marine and coastal networks temperature and humidity sensors, under the tender reference DN737879. This procurement process falls under the category of meteorological instruments (CPV code: 38120000) and involves the delivery of a combined, heated probe sensor for air temperature and humidity measurement. The process concluded with the awarding of a framework agreement to Vaisala Ltd. The awarded contract commenced on 18th October 2024. The buying organisation for this procurement is the Met Office, located in Exeter, region UKK43, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in meteorological instruments and related technology, particularly those with expertise in manufacturing and supplying high-precision sensors. Companies such as Vaisala Ltd, the successful awardee, exemplify the type of business well-suited to compete in such a tender. The contract's framework agreement spanning three years with an option for a one-year extension offers potential for sustained business growth. This procurement method employed an open procedure, ensuring an accessible and competitive selection process.

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Notice Title

DN737879 - Supply of Marine and Coastal Networks Temperature and Humidity Sensors

Notice Description

Met Office's Marine Observations Group require a combined, heated probe sensor to measure air temperature and humidity sensor for across the marine network, to replace the existing network of air temperature and humidity sensors.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Contract award for a framework agreement with one supplier for an initial 3 year fixed term with the option to extend by 1 year.

Renewal: There is an option to extend by 1 year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048b42
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033987-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
Mrs 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
TLK43 Devon CC

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VAISALA

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