Award

Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services

SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

24 Sep 2018 at 00:00

Tender

18 May 2018 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Shetland Islands Council is seeking bids for a contract titled "Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services," aimed at providing essential weather services for the region. This procurement is classified under the services industry and is based in Lerwick, UK. The procurement process is currently in the Award stage, following an Open Procedure as defined by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Key milestones include the last submission deadline for tenders on 18th June 2018, and contract awards are anticipated to be made as of 19th September 2018. The successful contracts, valued at £45,705 and £71,421, will be in effect for a period from August 2018 to July 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in weather forecasting services, particularly those with experience in providing services to remote locations, such as islands. Companies capable of delivering quality technical solutions and comprehensive support, alongside the necessary certifications and insurances, will find themselves well-placed to compete for these contracts. The competitive criteria focus on both quality and price, making it essential for bidders to articulate their value proposition effectively while demonstrating previous relevant experience and capacity to manage these specific logistics.

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Notice Title

Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority requires Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services.

Lot Information

Ports and Harbours - Weather Forecasting Service

The Contracting Authority used an Open Procedure under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Options for renewal are detailed in the Invitation to Tender.

Roads - Weather Forecasting Service

The Contracting Authority used an Open Procedure under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Renewal: Options for renewal are detailed in the Invitation to Tender.

Roads - Bureau Service

The Contracting Authority used an Open Procedure under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.. The Contracting Authority made a decision on 5 September not to award a contract for the Bureau Service - Lot 3.

Renewal: Options for renewal are detailed in the Invitation to Tender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP332367
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

38127000 - Weather stations

71351600 - Weather-forecasting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£117,126 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2018 - 31 Jul 2021 3-4 years
Recurrence
48 months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Colin Black
Contact Email
contract.admin@shetland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1595744595

Buyer Location

Locality
LERWICK
Postcode
ZE1 0HB
Post Town
Lerwick
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM66 Shetland Islands

Local Authority
Shetland Islands
Electoral Ward
Lerwick North and Bressay
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STORMGEO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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