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title: "DN737879 - Supply of Marine and Coastal Networks Temperature and Humidity Sensors"
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# DN737879 - Supply of Marine and Coastal Networks Temperature and Humidity Sensors

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-339038fd-0fb3-4745-9056-56f2e3f75455

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## Summary

The Met Office has initiated a procurement process titled "DN737879 - Supply of Marine and Coastal Networks Temperature and Humidity Sensors" aimed at obtaining a combined, heated probe sensor to measure air temperature and humidity for its marine network, to replace the existing sensors. The tender falls under the Meteorological instruments category (CPV code: 38120000) and encompasses delivery within the United Kingdom. This tender is currently in the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 12 noon on 25th September 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure above threshold, and it offers a contract period starting from 28th October 2024 and potentially extending until 27th October 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of meteorological instruments, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The Met Office's requirement for a reliable and accurate sensor system could be a lucrative venture for suppliers specialising in advanced sensor technology. Businesses equipped with the capability to deliver high-quality temperature and humidity sensors tailored to marine environments are well-suited to compete in this procurement process, with the added advantage of a potential four-year framework contract with a prestigious public sector organisation.

## Notice

Met Office's Marine Observations Group require a combined, heated probe sensor to measure air temperature and humidity sensor for across the marine network, to replace the existing network of air temperature and humidity sensors. The purpose of this tender exercise is to select and award a framework contract with one supplier for an initial 3 year fixed term with the option to extend by 1 year. Suppliers can access the Invitation to Tender (ITT) pack by following this link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Register and search under project reference DN737879 for more information. The deadline for submitting your completed tender is 12 noon on 25/09/2024 via the ProContract eTendering portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a2199bd-3b55-4b96-9d8f-f96e92324cb7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Oct 2024 - 27 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MET OFFICE |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX1 3PB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Pinhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38120000 - Meteorological instruments

## Release History

- 15 Aug 2024 at 15:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a2199bd-3b55-4b96-9d8f-f96e92324cb7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a2199bd-3b55-4b96-9d8f-f96e92324cb7
  15th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.metoffice.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Register

## Provenance

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