--- title: "Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL" published: "2018-09-24" --- # Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services Buyer: SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984.json) ## Summary The Shetland Islands Council is seeking bids for a contract titled "Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services," aimed at providing essential weather services for the region. This procurement is classified under the services industry and is based in Lerwick, UK. The procurement process is currently in the Award stage, following an Open Procedure as defined by the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Key milestones include the last submission deadline for tenders on 18th June 2018, and contract awards are anticipated to be made as of 19th September 2018. The successful contracts, valued at £45,705 and £71,421, will be in effect for a period from August 2018 to July 2021. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in weather forecasting services, particularly those with experience in providing services to remote locations, such as islands. Companies capable of delivering quality technical solutions and comprehensive support, alongside the necessary certifications and insurances, will find themselves well-placed to compete for these contracts. The competitive criteria focus on both quality and price, making it essential for bidders to articulate their value proposition effectively while demonstrating previous relevant experience and capacity to manage these specific logistics. ## Notice The Contracting Authority requires Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services. ### Lot Information Ports and Harbours - Weather Forecasting Service The Contracting Authority used an Open Procedure under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Renewal: Options for renewal are detailed in the Invitation to Tender. Roads - Weather Forecasting Service The Contracting Authority used an Open Procedure under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Renewal: Options for renewal are detailed in the Invitation to Tender. Roads - Bureau Service The Contracting Authority used an Open Procedure under the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.. The Contracting Authority made a decision on 5 September not to award a contract for the Bureau Service - Lot 3. Renewal: Options for renewal are detailed in the Invitation to Tender. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP332367 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Sep 2018 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 19 Sep 2018 | | Contract period | 1 Aug 2018 - 31 Jul 2021 | | Recurrence | 48 months | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £117,126 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL | | Locality | LERWICK | | Post town | Lerwick | | Postcode | ZE1 0HB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Shetland Islands | | Electoral ward | Lerwick North and Bressay | | Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland | | Delivery location | TLM66 Shetland Islands | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | STORMGEO | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 38127000 - Weather stations - 71351600 - Weather-forecasting services ## Release History - 24 Sep 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP332367 - 18 May 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319593 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=12 13th June 2018 - Answer to further question / statement received by the Authority. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=11 11th June 2018 - Summary answer to further questions - summary dated 11.6.18 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=10 30th May 2018 - Summary answers to questions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=5 22nd May 2018 - European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=9 22nd May 2018 - European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=8 22nd May 2018 - Lot 3 - Pricing Schedule (minor typographical amendments) - excel spreadsheet for ease of use - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=7 22nd May 2018 - Lot 2 - Pricing Schedule (minor typographical amendments) - excel spreadsheet for ease of use - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=6 22nd May 2018 - Replacement Pricing Schedules for Lots 2 and 3 (minor typographical amendments. PDF Format - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=4 21st May 2018 - Lot 3 - Pricing Schedule - excel format for ease of use/reference - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=2 21st May 2018 - Lot 1 - Pricing Schedule Excel Format for ease of use/reference - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=3 21st May 2018 - Lot 2 - Pricing Schedule - excel format for ease of use/reference - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY319593&idx=1 21st May 2018 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319593 Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services - The Contracting Authority requires Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP332367 Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services - The Contracting Authority requires Weather Forecasting and Bureau Services. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.shetland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000542984.json.