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title: "Project: 22252 - Calibration & Performance checking of Current Meters in straight open tanks"
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# Project: 22252 - Calibration & Performance checking of Current Meters in straight open tanks

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b6b32c25-4722-44d3-bb8a-7cb64b5a89e7

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## Summary

The procurement process is managed by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on the project titled "Calibration & Performance checking of Current Meters in straight open tanks." This project falls within the calibration services industry category and is situated in Bristol, England. The tender is currently active, with a submission deadline set for 21st March 2018. The contract value is estimated between £100,000 and £150,000, signalling an opportunity for qualified suppliers to engage in a significant public service initiative.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in calibration services, particularly those experienced with water flow measurement instruments. Companies that have expertise in compliance with industry standards, specifically BS ISO 3455:2007 for hydrometry, would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could enhance business growth through the establishment of long-term contracts, contributing to vital projects related to flood management and water resources across the United Kingdom.

## Notice

This service is necessary to ensure the performance of our instruments used to measure the amount of water flowing in rivers throughout the United Kingdom. The data underpins the work of Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM), Water Resources, and increasingly others such as Fisheries and Ecology. There is a specific requirement for the calibration of Rotating Element current meters (RE), Electromagnetic current meters (EM) and Acoustic Doppler current meters (AD). The calibration and performance checking of current meters within this contract will conform to BS ISO 3455:2007 Hydrometry - Calibration of current meters in straight open tanks. Additional information: This opportunity is available via the Bravo website. If you wish to apply for this contract you must register on Bravo. You need to register your interest in this contract and then follow the instructions to submit your offer. All documents related to this opportunity are within Bravo.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48412616-be35-4c31-a8ca-254582b88029 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2018 - 30 Apr 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50433000 - Calibration services

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2018 at 14:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48412616-be35-4c31-a8ca-254582b88029

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48412616-be35-4c31-a8ca-254582b88029
  21st February 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Bravo

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