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title: "East Anglia Radar - Erection of Tower, Communications Cabin and Associated Works"
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# East Anglia Radar - Erection of Tower, Communications Cabin and Associated Works

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b5ce4971-5b9f-4995-a0cc-5ee53c02ec11

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## Summary

The Met Office has initiated a tender process for the project titled "East Anglia Radar - Erection of Tower, Communications Cabin and Associated Works" in the construction industry category. The procurement method is an open procedure with a value of £750,000. The tender period ends on 31st May 2024, with the contract period starting on 2nd September 2024 and ending on 1st September 2025. The buying organisation is the Met Office located in Exeter, United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity by the Met Office for construction works presents a chance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate. Businesses specialising in construction and related services, such as tower erection and communications infrastructure, would be well-suited to compete. The project's location in East Anglia offers strategic growth opportunities for businesses looking to expand their presence in the region and establish long-term contracts with a reputable organisation.

## Notice

The erection of a +24m radar tower and staircase along with an associated comms cabin (portacabin) to be situated within part of Anglian Water Drilling Unit Site. A 5.15m high radome and 0.6m lightening finial will sit on top of the tower and will be provided by others. At the base of the tower there will be a small communications building which will house associated communication equipment. The tower and comms building will be located within a secure compound with a 2.4 metre fence. Please register through https://procontract.due-north.com to view the opportunity

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59419e1f-f4a2-436d-8028-417d38f0fc9c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2024 - 1 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £750,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 17 Apr 2024 at 13:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59419e1f-f4a2-436d-8028-417d38f0fc9c
- 17 Apr 2024 at 13:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccbeb4d2-0929-4b9f-8e6b-93882f3db211

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59419e1f-f4a2-436d-8028-417d38f0fc9c
  17th April 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ccbeb4d2-0929-4b9f-8e6b-93882f3db211
  17th April 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.metoffice.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com

## Provenance

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