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title: "LPS CAS - Weather Forecasting Services - RFQ 15317700"
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buyer: "LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2022-03-17"
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# LPS CAS - Weather Forecasting Services - RFQ 15317700

Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8c6a23c-f2e8-470f-9b06-4626c3535a1e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Weather Forecasting Services (RFQ 15317700) has been completed by Lancashire County Council, a local authority based in Preston, England. The tender had a total value of £104,000 and was categorised under weather-forecasting services. The open procedure allowed for competitive bids, and the tender period concluded on 19th April 2022, with the contract commencing on 1st October 2022 and running until 30th September 2026. The council operates an Ice Prediction System supported by road Weather Stations across the North West region, requiring effective management and presentation of weather data by the successful service provider.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses within the weather forecasting and environmental services sector, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given the tender's suitability criteria. Companies capable of providing accurate weather data management and innovative forecasting solutions would thrive in this competitive landscape. With the increasing demand for reliable information on road conditions, businesses with expertise in meteorology and data analytics are well-positioned to participate in similar future tenders and expand their service offerings.

## Notice

Lancashire County Council operates an Ice Prediction System with road Weather Stations with road sensors which are installed at a number of locations on the road network throughout the County. The Weather Stations provide current information on road conditions. The successful Weather Forecast Service Provider will be expected to manage this information and present Weather Forecast data in a format acceptable to the Authorities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4eca849c-f779-4f2d-a733-03611d549488 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2022 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £104,000 |
| 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 | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 8XJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351600 - Weather-forecasting services

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2022 at 14:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4eca849c-f779-4f2d-a733-03611d549488

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4eca849c-f779-4f2d-a733-03611d549488
  17th March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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