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title: "Observational instrument"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f3752dd1-8c00-4201-b2c5-4c659da66db8"
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buyer: "MET OFFICE"
published: "2022-04-05"
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# Observational instrument

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f3752dd1-8c00-4201-b2c5-4c659da66db8

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Observational instrument" was carried out by the Met Office, located in Exeter, England. It falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, with a total contract value of £39,888.48. The procurement method used was a direct single tender action, which indicates a non-competitive process, and it was awarded on 11th October 2021. The contract period lasted from 11th October 2021 to 3rd January 2022, with the award notice published on 5th April 2022. The delivery was to the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the goods sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory and optical equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find themselves well-suited to compete, given the direct procurement method. Engaging with the Met Office could facilitate valuable partnerships and help expand market reach within public procurement, especially for companies looking to provide innovative observational instruments and technologies.

## Notice

Observational instrument

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7df3ef2b-181d-4dae-adc6-0d742efa9bdb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 10 Oct 2021 - 3 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £39,888 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £39,888 |
| 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 | CIMEL ELECTRONIQUE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2022 at 14:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7df3ef2b-181d-4dae-adc6-0d742efa9bdb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7df3ef2b-181d-4dae-adc6-0d742efa9bdb
  5th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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