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title: "Profiling Floats for Ocean Data Collection"
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# Profiling Floats for Ocean Data Collection

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ae5ecf30-a21b-4879-8831-fc8792294058

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## Summary

The Met Office is currently conducting an open tender titled "Profiling Floats for Ocean Data Collection," aiming to establish a Framework Agreement for the supply of profiling floats. The procurement includes two specific lots: Lot 1 for standard floats with Iridium communications and Lot 2 for Iridium floats equipped with Bio-Geochemical sensors. Bids are due by 20th December 2021, and the scope of the contract will span from 27th January 2022 to 26th January 2025. This procurement falls within the meteorological instruments category and is located in England, with a total estimated value of £1,900,000. 

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of scientific and meteorological equipment, especially those with capabilities in producing advanced ocean data collection tools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to compete, as they may be well-suited to fulfil the requirements of either or both lots within this procurement. This initiative not only highlights the growing demand for innovative solutions in environmental monitoring but also provides a chance for businesses to engage in long-term supply agreements with a reputable public authority.

## Notice

Tender Ref. DN583184 You are invited to submit a Tender to supply profiling floats for ocean data collection. The Met Office wishes to place a Framework Agreement to cover the following Lots: Lot 1 - Standard floats with Iridium communications Lot 2 - Iridium floats with Bio-Geochemical sensors Suppliers may submit bids for one, or both Lots.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa6d5102-1a94-4dcc-98ab-5899b075f01a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Jan 2022 - 26 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,900,000 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38120000 - Meteorological instruments

## Release History

- 20 Nov 2021 at 19:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa6d5102-1a94-4dcc-98ab-5899b075f01a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa6d5102-1a94-4dcc-98ab-5899b075f01a
  20th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=bfe2f7b6-304a-ec11-810e-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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