Tender

Winter Weather Forecasting

EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

02 Jun 2026 at 08:01

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking proposals for a 'Winter Weather Forecasting' service, specifically designed for highways across 17 routes. This active tender is positioned within the services sector, focusing on weather forecasting, and is categorized under the CPV classification 71351600. The procurement follows an 'open' procedure, offering electronic submissions in English. Key deadlines include the enquiry period closing on 23 June 2026, submission of tenders by 30 June 2026, and the award decision expected by 10 August 2026. The service is to commence on 1 October 2026, with the initial contract term lasting until 30 September 2029, and includes a potential extension to 2030, located in Beverley, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in meteorological services, particularly those with experience in route-based weather forecasting. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the contract's design is conducive for smaller enterprises. With a total budget exceeding £326,000, successful bidders stand to gain financially while contributing to safe and efficient highway management during winter months. The procurement emphasises quality over price, with a 60% weighting on method statements, presenting an attractive proposition for firms capable of delivering high-quality forecasting and innovative service delivery solutions in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Winter Weather Forecasting

Notice Description

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is inviting tenders for the provision of a route-based highways winter weather forecasting service over 17 routes.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The contract shall run for three years, from 01 October 2026 to 30 September 2029, with one option to extend until 30 September 2030.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aaf7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051662-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71351600 - Weather-forecasting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£326,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£326,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEVERLEY
Postcode
HU17 9BA
Post Town
Hull
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE12 East Riding of Yorkshire
Delivery Location
TLE12 East Riding of Yorkshire
Local Authority
East Riding of Yorkshire
Electoral Ward
St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
Beverley and Holderness

Further Information

Notice Documents

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