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title: "TC186/GC - Provision of a Weather Forecasting Service"
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buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL"
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# TC186/GC - Provision of a Weather Forecasting Service

Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a83a9c60-d853-4d53-b39e-aeff71eadfc7

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## Summary

The Manchester City Council is seeking to procure a Weather Forecasting Service through an open tender process identified as TC186/GC. This initiative aims to support ten Greater Manchester Authorities in managing their highway networks during adverse weather conditions. The awarded contract, valued at £200,000, commenced on 15th October 2015 and is set to run until 14th October 2018. Businesses interested in this service should note that the procurement process has concluded, and it is important to stay updated on future opportunities with the council.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies within the meteorological services sector, particularly those specialising in weather forecasting and data analytics. Businesses that can provide innovative weather solutions and support infrastructure management are particularly well-suited to compete in such procurements. Engaging in this market can help providers establish relationships with local authorities and expand their clientele within the public sector.

## Notice

Provision of a Weather Forecasting Service to the ten Greater Manchester Authorities, to enable them to make decisions about treatment of their respective highway networks, during periods of adverse weather.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b9e72ac-9f4c-405a-bdcc-a513427e463b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jun 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2015 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2015 |
| Contract period | 14 Oct 2015 - 14 Oct 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 2LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE MET OFFICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38127000 - Weather stations

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2018 at 17:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b9e72ac-9f4c-405a-bdcc-a513427e463b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b9e72ac-9f4c-405a-bdcc-a513427e463b
  14th June 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=a44dd657-4890-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.manchester.gov.uk

## Provenance

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