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Weather Forecasting Planning Tool

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has completed a procurement process for a "Weather Forecasting Planning Tool" aimed at equipping its fleet of Marine Directorate vessels. This contract, falling under the services category, was awarded via a limited procurement method without prior publication, citing a necessity for uninterrupted service on health and safety grounds. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the award announced on 28th January 2026. Located in Aberdeen, the Marine Directorate is responsible for this contract, which has been allocated to DTN Europe UK Limited. The total contract value is £4,295 GBP.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in weather forecasting services, particularly those with a capability to serve maritime operations. SMEs with innovative tools in technical forecasting and maritime support can explore similar future procurement processes as potential competitors. The sector demonstrates specific needs for niche technical skills, thus creating potential areas for growth and innovation, especially for businesses capable of delivering bespoke maritime solutions. Collaboration with large public bodies such as the Scottish Government could enhance credibility and market presence for participating firms.

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Notice Title

Weather Forecasting Planning Tool

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers invites bids for access to a weather forecasting planning tool on boards its fleet of vessels.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers invites bids for access to a weather forecasting planning tool on boards its fleet of vessels.

Procurement Information

Short extension of contract to allow service re-procurement to be completed. Service must be maintained on health and safety grounds.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822250
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548485
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71351600 - Weather-forecasting services

71351610 - Meteorology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,295 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DTN EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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