Forecasting Services

RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Rutland County Council is inviting bids for a tender titled "Forecasting Services," aiming to provide road weather forecasting to ensure the safety and usability of roads by preventing hazardous conditions such as ice or snow. This procurement falls under the services category and involves an open competition procurement method below the threshold. The tender is currently in the active stage with submission deadlines set for 11th July 2025, following the enquiry period that ends on 20th June 2025. The services are to be delivered within the UKF22 region, United Kingdom, starting from 1st October 2025 and potentially extending until 2033. Businesses interested in submitting proposals must do so electronically via the East Midlands Tenders portal.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in meteorological services, particularly those adept in weather forecasting technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) are specifically encouraged to participate, promoting inclusivity in public procurement. Firms that can provide high-quality service with competitive pricing are well-suited to compete, given the award criteria that prioritise quality at 60% and price at 40%. The open competition format ensures accessible entry for various businesses, creating potential for those proficient in forecasting service provision to expand their operations within Rutland's local government projects.

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Forecasting Services

RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

9th June 2025 14:53:53 PM

Tender Deadline

11th July 2025 11:00:00 AM 18 days remaining
Contract Summary

Road weather forecasting should provide an adequate level of information to enable the Authority to determine whether roads in their area will require treatment to prevent the formation of ice, or settling of snow, such as might impede or endanger traffic on these roads.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-054587

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Below Threshold - Open Competition

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

commissioning@rutland.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Catmos House

Oakham

LE15 6HP

United Kingdom

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Forecasting Services

RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

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