Planning

Marine Environmental Monitoring Stations

UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE

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Planning

27 May 2025 at 11:06

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Hydrographic Office is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Marine Environmental Monitoring Stations," focusing on the purchase and installation of tide gauges worldwide. This procurement process falls under the marine equipment industry category and involves goods. The procurement method is open, with the procedure designed for an above-threshold contract valued at £4,800,000 gross. The project is slated to commence on 12 January 2027 and continue until 11 January 2030. Relevant parties interested are advised that a future notice date is planned for 11 July 2025. The UK Hydrographic Office, located in Taunton, serves as the buying organisation, operated under the public authority - central government classification.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in marine equipment supply and installation services. Given its open procurement method, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. Prospective businesses can benefit from the substantial contract value, facilitating potential growth through international project expansion. The tender's emphasis on tide gauge technology provides a niche market for companies with expertise in environmental monitoring systems. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance business portfolios and establish enduring partnerships within governmental sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Marine Environmental Monitoring Stations

Notice Description

Tide gauge purchase and installation worldwide

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0526e4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027690-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Jan 2027 - 11 Jan 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ukho.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 2DN
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Taunton East
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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