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title: "Meteorological instruments"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2017-06-07"
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# Meteorological instruments

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8af86943-5736-47d9-825e-bb3f106ce65c

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## Summary

The procurement process for meteorological instruments was conducted by the Met Office, a reputable organisation based in Exeter, England. The contract, valued at £12,880, falls under the category of navigational and meteorological instruments (CPV code: 38100000). The tender period concluded on 21st March 2017, with the contract set to commence on 22nd March 2017 and lasting until 29th March 2017. The procurement method utilised was classified as 'Other,' indicating a non-standard approach.

This tender presents opportunities for SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) involved in the supply of meteorological and navigational equipment. Businesses with capabilities in manufacturing or supplying such instruments are particularly well-suited to pursue similar contracts, potentially leveraging their expertise to grow by entering the competitive public procurement market. The demand for high-quality meteorological instruments can create lasting partnerships with established authorities like the Met Office, which is a prominent player in the industry.

## Notice

Meteorological instruments

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e25b4a1a-26fb-4dfd-a64e-cb4755e19ae9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 22 Mar 2017 - 29 Mar 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,880 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,880 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EQUINOX INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38100000 - Navigational and meteorological instruments

## Release History

- 7 Jun 2017 at 10:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e25b4a1a-26fb-4dfd-a64e-cb4755e19ae9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e25b4a1a-26fb-4dfd-a64e-cb4755e19ae9
  7th June 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d644c892-33b4-440f-bc67-38cd3326274d
  Meteorological instruments

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