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LiG Thermometers

MET OFFICE

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12 Mar 2026 at 12:34

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for supplying LiG Thermometers has been completed by the Met Office, a public authority within the UK's central government. This contract, with an award active status, was initiated for purchasing laboratory, optical and precision equipment and was awarded to Gh Zeal Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise located in Merton, London. The procurement involved goods delivery to the UK region and followed a "Below threshold - unknown" procurement method. The contract commenced on 6th March 2026 and will conclude on 22nd May 2026. The total contract value is £34,191 gross, with a net amount of £28,492.50. Key contacts and detailed information regarding this procurement can be obtained from the Met Office's procurement team via email.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of providing precision instruments. Given the Met Office's role and expertise required, businesses that specialise in scientific equipment manufacturing and have experience in public sector contracts are well-suited to explore similar opportunities. Additionally, companies working in optical or precision equipment domains, aiming to expand their reach with government contracts, will find this tender process insightful for business growth and future competitive bidding.

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Notice Title

LiG Thermometers

Notice Description

LiG Thermometers for the Met Office

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066846
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022279-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,492 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Mar 2026 - 22 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MET OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GH ZEAL

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