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title: "Design & Build Solution for 2 Satellite Tower replacements"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-036352"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MET OFFICE"
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# Design & Build Solution for 2 Satellite Tower replacements

Buyer: MET OFFICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-036352

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## Summary

The Met Office is seeking a Design & Build Solution for 2 Satellite Tower replacements in Exeter, UK. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender deadline of September 27, 2022. The project involves upgrading satellite data reception systems attached to metal lattice towers. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender opportunity is for works in the civil engineering category.

This tender provides business growth opportunities for contractors experienced in construction and civil engineering works. Companies with expertise in antenna systems and tower installations are well-suited to compete. The procurement process is being led by the Met Office, a UK national agency based in Exeter. The project presents a chance for businesses to contribute to essential infrastructure upgrades and expand their portfolio in the public sector procurement market.

## Notice

The Met Office own and operate two satellite data reception systems at the Met Office HQ in Exeter. A project is underway to upgrade these systems in readiness for the launch of a new generation of polar orbiting satellites. The systems comprise of an antenna attached to a pedestal. Each system is attached to a plate, located at the top of a metal lattice tower. Access to the equipment is currently via a vertical ladder. Consequently, only trained climbers can access the towers to maintain or repair the equipment.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Met Office own and operate two satellite data reception systems at the Met Office HQ in Exeter. A project is underway to upgrade these systems in readiness for the launch of a new generation of polar orbiting satellites. The systems comprise of an antenna attached to a pedestal. Each system is attached to a plate, located at the top of a metal lattice tower. Access to the equipment is currently via a vertical ladder. Consequently, only trained climbers can access the towers to maintain or repair the equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023928-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Aug 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Sep 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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

- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

## Release History

- 26 Aug 2022 at 10:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023928-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.metoffice.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?p=cca2f054-f21a-e711-80dd-005056b64545&v=2

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