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The Provision of Forecasting Services in Rutland

RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Oct 2025 at 10:41

Tender

09 Jun 2025 at 14:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, overseen by Rutland County Council, is titled "The Provision of Forecasting Services in Rutland". It falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on weather-forecasting services. The location of the procurement is Oakham, United Kingdom (region UKF22). This procurement process has advanced to the award stage as of 7th October 2025, having completed the tendering procedure through an open competition below the threshold. The contract was signed on 17th September 2025, with the services to be provided starting from 1st October 2025 and continuing until 30th September 2029, with the potential for four one-year extensions up to 2033. The total contract value is £65,312, and the documented legal basis is aligned with UK legislation.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in meteorological services, offering growth potential in the public sector market for SMEs. With the procurement favouring small and medium-sized enterprises, businesses with capabilities in road weather forecasting and a solid track record should find this an appealing opportunity. The contract necessitates expertise to ensure the safety and efficiency of road networks in Rutland during adverse weather conditions. Companies like METDESK LIMITED, who have been successful suppliers, demonstrate that firms with targeted meteorological services and a strong regional presence are well-suited to compete in this space, supported by an evaluation criteria balanced between quality and price.

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Notice Title

The Provision of Forecasting Services in Rutland

Notice Description

Road weather forecasting to determine whether roads in their area will require treatment to prevent the formation of ice or the settling of snow, such as might impede or endanger traffic on these roads.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Subject to internal review and satisfactory performance

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054587
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062814-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71351600 - Weather-forecasting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,312 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RUTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commissioning@rutland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
OAKHAM
Postcode
LE15 6HP
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland

Local Authority
Rutland
Electoral Ward
Oakham South
Westminster Constituency
Rutland and Stamford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

METDESK

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