---
title: "Award of Weather Forecasting Planning Tool (MS-P-0465)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823065"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-05-21"
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# Award of Weather Forecasting Planning Tool (MS-P-0465)

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823065

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## Summary

The Scottish Government has recently awarded a contract for a weather forecasting planning tool to DTN Europe UK Limited. This procurement falls under the services industry category and is classified specifically as weather-forecasting services. The contract, initiated on 4th January 2026, involved the Marine Directorate and is designed to improve decision-making regarding the operational deployment of their patrol and research vessels. The procurement process, which has reached the Award stage, centred at the Marine Laboratory in Aberdeen, underscores the Scottish Government's commitment to enhancing their marine operations with advanced technological tools. The awarded contract is valued at £47,785.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in technological solutions tailored for marine operations. Enterprises offering services in the niche of weather forecasting technology are particularly well-suited to compete for such opportunities. The contract demonstrates a demand for specialised tools that enhance operational efficiency in maritime environments, offering a platform for similar tech-focused businesses to showcase innovative solutions and establish long-term collaborations with governmental entities like the Scottish Government. Participation in such tenders can pave the way for greater industry recognition and potential future contracts.

## Notice

The Scottish Ministers invites bids for access to a weather forecasting planning tool on boards its fleet of vessels.A computer based weather forecasting and planning tool is required to assist with decision making regarding the operational deployment of Marine Directorate's patrol and research vessels

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556386 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 May 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £47,785 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Additional buyers | CLACKMANNANSHIRE COUNCIL; PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL |
| Locality | ALLOA |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK10 1EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Torry/Ferryhill |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | DTN EUROPE; SG PRO CLEANING; TRAFFIC DATA COLLECTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351600 - Weather-forecasting services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 20:05 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556386

## Notice URLs

- http://www.clacks.gov.uk/business/corporateprocurementprocess/
- http://www.pkc.gov.uk/article/15478/Tenders-and-contracts
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk

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