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Bureau and Maintenance Services for Roadside Weather Stations, used for Summer and Winter Forecasting - S493620

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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02 Jun 2025 at 10:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Norfolk County Council, a public authority within the sub-central government, involved the provision of bureau and maintenance services for roadside weather stations used for forecasting both in summer and winter. This contract, titled "Bureau and Maintenance Services for Roadside Weather Stations, used for Summer and Winter Forecasting - S493620," falls under the industry category of weather stations, classified as goods, and is located in Norwich, UK. The procurement stage has reached completion, with Vaisala Limited being awarded the contract. The contract is set for a term beginning on 1st April 2025 and concluding on 31st March 2028. This process utilised a procurement method which is described as "Below threshold - unknown," allowing for continued provision of existing services and incorporation of new technologies during the exemption periods of winter from 2025 to 2028.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses specialising in meteorological equipment and maintenance services, particularly those focusing on innovative technologies that enhance forecasting capabilities. Companies engaged in weather monitoring solutions could leverage this opportunity to expand their services within regional governance structures. The contract, valued at £140,000 net (£168,000 gross) over three years, provides stability and potential growth for businesses capable of maintaining and upgrading technical infrastructure in line with public sector requirements. It encourages enterprises to offer innovative solutions that improve operational efficiencies and service quality for government entities.

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Notice Title

Bureau and Maintenance Services for Roadside Weather Stations, used for Summer and Winter Forecasting - S493620

Notice Description

Vaisala provide weather stations for Norfolk and this 3 year contract to supply bureau and maintenance for all of these stations provides best value and continuation of an exemplary service. It also allows us to take advantage of new technologies offered during this period of exemption for winter seasons 25/26, 26/27 and 27/28. They provide data for summer and winter periods.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052a7e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029090-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38127000 - Weather stations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sourcingteam@norfolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VAISALA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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