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Award of Weather Forecasting Planning Tool (MS-P-0465)

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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21 May 2026 at 20:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has recently awarded a contract for a weather forecasting planning tool to DTN Europe UK Limited. This procurement falls under the services industry category and is classified specifically as weather-forecasting services. The contract, initiated on 4th January 2026, involved the Marine Directorate and is designed to improve decision-making regarding the operational deployment of their patrol and research vessels. The procurement process, which has reached the Award stage, centred at the Marine Laboratory in Aberdeen, underscores the Scottish Government's commitment to enhancing their marine operations with advanced technological tools. The awarded contract is valued at £47,785.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in technological solutions tailored for marine operations. Enterprises offering services in the niche of weather forecasting technology are particularly well-suited to compete for such opportunities. The contract demonstrates a demand for specialised tools that enhance operational efficiency in maritime environments, offering a platform for similar tech-focused businesses to showcase innovative solutions and establish long-term collaborations with governmental entities like the Scottish Government. Participation in such tenders can pave the way for greater industry recognition and potential future contracts.

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Notice Title

Award of Weather Forecasting Planning Tool (MS-P-0465)

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers invites bids for access to a weather forecasting planning tool on boards its fleet of vessels.A computer based weather forecasting and planning tool is required to assist with decision making regarding the operational deployment of Marine Directorate's patrol and research vessels

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000823065
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556386
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,785 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Additional Buyers

CLACKMANNANSHIRE COUNCIL

PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ALLOA
Postcode
FK10 1EB
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

DTN EUROPE

SG PRO CLEANING

TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION

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