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title: "Scientific instruments"
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buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2017-06-08"
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# Scientific instruments

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8e986f8c-f15b-4e37-bb55-95ca6a20faa7

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Met Office, which is based in Exeter, England, for the acquisition of scientific instruments falling under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender was awarded for a total value of £12,010.08, with the contract period commencing on 29 March 2017 and concluding on 30 April 2017. The procurement method used was categorised as 'Other', and the tender's period ended on 28 March 2017.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses engaged in manufacturing or supplying laboratory equipment to expand their reach and client base, particularly those suited to meet the specifications for scientific instruments. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) may find this procurement process particularly advantageous, enabling them to compete effectively and potentially establish a long-term relationship with a prominent buyer like the Met Office.

## Notice

Scientific instruments

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5b2261d-e80a-42d1-abaf-7e17a868e724 |
| 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 | 8 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 28 Mar 2017 - 30 Apr 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,010 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,010 |
| 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 | PFEIFFER-VACUUM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2017 at 14:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5b2261d-e80a-42d1-abaf-7e17a868e724

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d5b2261d-e80a-42d1-abaf-7e17a868e724
  8th June 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/904dd5ad-cbb5-4123-bc62-62ab459c0af8
  Scientific instruments

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