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title: "Winter Bureau and Weather Station Maintenance Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059de8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-11-12"
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# Winter Bureau and Weather Station Maintenance Services

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059de8

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Winter Bureau and Weather Station Maintenance Services" has been concluded by Kent County Council, a sub-central government authority in the United Kingdom. This procurement, specifically aimed at the Growth, Environment and Transport Directorate, involves the maintenance and operation of weather stations throughout Kent. The contract was awarded via a direct procurement method to VAISALA LIMITED, which is recognised for its compatible proprietary software and parts necessary for seamless integration with the existing infrastructure. The active contract runs from 8th November 2025 to 30th September 2028, with potential extensions up to September 2030, ensuring continuous service delivery for the region.

The tender facilitates growth opportunities for businesses within the goods sector, particularly those involved in weather-related technological services and maintenance due to the specialised nature of the system. Smaller enterprises with existing in-house capabilities or those capable of integrating with proprietary systems like Vaisala's are uniquely positioned to benefit. This direct award underscores the necessity for reliable software and parts that align with current systems, highlighting the importance of consistent service continuity and operational efficiency, making it ideal for businesses that can leverage specialised skills and proprietary technologies.

## Notice

This requirement is for Road Weather Information System maintenance and operation required within the Growth, Environment and Transport Directorate. This contract covers the maintenance and operation of the existing network of Weather Stations throughout the County of Kent.

### Procurement Information

Software Compatibility - The existing weather station software operates the weather stations using a specific operating system. Alternative providers do not offer compatible software, leading to integration issues and potentially costly reconfiguration. Proprietary Parts - Spare and consumable parts are unique to the current manufacture,Vaisala. These components are not universally interchangeable. Alternative suppliers would be required to source these from the original manufacturer, Vaisala, resulting in additional costs and delays. Continuity of Service - Retaining the same manufacturer for weather stations and components ensures uninterrupted delivery of weather forecasting services, maintaining consistency and reliability across the system. Seamless Integration - New and additional weather instruments can be added to our existing weather stations infrastructure without the need to seek additional software or operating systems, ensuring operational efficiency. Established In-House Capability - KCC staff are already trained with this type of equipment. In-house experts are capable of performing frontline repairs, testing, troubleshooting and basic maintenance, reducing reliance on external support and delivers long term cost savings. Alternative Solutions Impact- Any alternative solution would likely require significant reconfiguration due to incompatibility with the existing operating system and infrastructure. This would introduce additional costs for integration, training, and support, while also increasing the risk of operational disruption and reduced service efficiency.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073139-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 8 Nov 2025 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000 |
| Contracts value | £300,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 1XQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Penenden Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VAISALA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38127000 - Weather stations

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2025 at 12:10 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073139-2025
- 29 Oct 2025 at 09:46 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069234-2025
- 19 Sep 2025 at 09:33 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058011-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073139-2025
  12th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069234-2025
  29th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058011-2025
  19th September 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.vaisala.com
- https://www.kent.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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