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title: "Observations instruments"
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buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2017-10-26"
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# Observations instruments

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eb452794-80df-4553-8be2-2caecedc6ddd

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## Summary

The procurement process involved the Met Office, a government organisation based in Exeter, England, seeking to acquire meteorological instruments, specifically under the title "Observations instruments." The procurement was classified as a limited procurement method, conducted through competitive quotations below the threshold amount of £24,282.50. The tender period concluded on 20 June 2017, with the contract period spanning from 21 June 2017 to 31 January 2018. This falls within the goods industry category, aimed at suppliers who can provide these specific instruments to meet the Met Office's requirements.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in the supply of meteorological equipment. Companies that specialise in manufacturing or distributing scientific instruments, especially those capable of meeting the specifications set out by the Met Office, would be well-suited to compete for future contracts in this sector. Engaging with government contracts can enable such businesses to expand their market reach and foster growth within their respective industries.

## Notice

Meteorological instruments

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24b5ee17-bfd1-4700-a03a-2450f226ac96 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 20 Jun 2017 - 31 Jan 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,282 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,282 |
| 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 | 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EVOLUTION MEASUREMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38120000 - Meteorological instruments

## Release History

- 26 Oct 2017 at 12:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24b5ee17-bfd1-4700-a03a-2450f226ac96

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24b5ee17-bfd1-4700-a03a-2450f226ac96
  26th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/77a5b5c8-e736-4082-a54f-9c24e45d3468
  Meteorological instruments

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