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title: "Observations equipment"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-946fe46d-2601-41d2-9831-77c882570c3a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2017-10-18"
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# Observations equipment

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-946fe46d-2601-41d2-9831-77c882570c3a

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## Summary

The Met Office, a UK governmental agency based in Exeter, has recently completed a procurement process for meteorological equipment, specifically observations equipment. This tender was valued at £18,940 and followed a limited procurement method, utilising competitive quotations below the threshold. The procurement stage has now been awarded, with the contract period running from 15 June 2017 to 3 August 2017. The relevant procurement activity concluded on 14 June 2017.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the field of meteorological instruments and related goods. Businesses that specialise in providing scientific equipment, particularly those capable of delivering meteorological tools, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging with the Met Office and understanding their specific needs can foster growth and encourage innovation in the industry.

## Notice

Meteorological equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3ab9f17-c123-47b2-8169-0b9a828d0b32 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2017 - 3 Aug 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,940 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,940 |
| 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 | LANKHORST ROPES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38120000 - Meteorological instruments

## Release History

- 18 Oct 2017 at 12:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3ab9f17-c123-47b2-8169-0b9a828d0b32

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c3ab9f17-c123-47b2-8169-0b9a828d0b32
  18th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/76c3a2c4-53ee-4bf1-ae1a-b6b8d09344f2
  Meteorological equipment

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