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title: "WEATHER FORECASTING, BUREAU, AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000831680"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-12"
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# WEATHER FORECASTING, BUREAU, AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES

Buyer: SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000831680

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## Summary

The current procurement process, initiated by the Scottish Borders Council, is seeking suppliers for "Weather Forecasting, Bureau, and Associated Services." The services are intended to aid East Lothian, Midlothian, West Lothian, Scottish Borders, The City of Edinburgh, and Fife Councils specifically to support operational planning and daily actions during the Winter period. This tender falls under the services category, focusing specifically on weather forecasting services in the United Kingdom region UKM91. The procurement process is in the tender stage with submissions closing on 11 June 2026, followed by an award period starting on the same day. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, with electronic submissions accepted via a specified platform.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in meteorological services, data analysis, and weather technology solutions. Ideal candidates would be companies with prior experience in providing comprehensive weather forecasting or related technological services. Firms providing innovative solutions and quick response capabilities would be well-suited to meet the consortium's needs. Engagement in this tender could enhance a company's portfolio, offering substantial growth prospects through collaboration with multiple local authorities in Scotland. Additionally, the tender encourages businesses to demonstrate how they can contribute to economic growth, community engagement, and social regeneration, thus offering further avenues to distinguish themselves in the competitive landscape.

## Notice

The provision of weather forecasting, bureau and associated services to East Lothian, Midlothian, West Lothian, Scottish Borders, The City of Edinburgh and Fife Councils (Edinburgh, Lothians, Borders and Fife: ELBF Forum - Collaboration and Shared Services between Councils). The weather forecasting service provides routine meteorological reporting, severe weather alerts, and specialist forecasting to support operational planning and daily action during the Winter period.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Council Consortium comprising East Lothian, Fife Council, Midlothian, Scottish Borders, The City of Edinburgh and West Lothian Councils herein referred to as 'the Consortium Members', seeks the provision of Weather Forecasting and Related Services in accordance with the Service Requirements that includes the following; Weather Forecasting and Associated Services Web Access Package Bureau Service Roadside Weather Station Maintenance Training Development and Innovation Provision of Mobile Tablet Devices Supply & installation of Outstation Cameras (where required)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555715 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Every 5 years |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £960,000 |
| Lots value | £960,000 |
| 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 | SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | EAST LOTHIAN COUNCIL; FIFE COUNCIL; MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL; THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL; WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | NEWTOWN ST BOSWELLS |
| Post town | Galashiels |
| Postcode | TD6 0SA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM14 West Lothian |
| Local authority | West Lothian |
| Electoral ward | Livingston South |
| Westminster constituency | Livingston |
| Delivery location | TLM91 Scottish Borders |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71351600 - Weather-forecasting services

## Release History

- 12 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555715

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555715
  WEATHER FORECASTING, BUREAU, AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES - The provision of weather forecasting, bureau and associated services to East Lothian, Midlothian, West Lothian, Scottish Borders, The City of Edinburgh and Fife Councils (Edinburgh, Lothians, Borders and Fife: ELBF Forum - Collaboration and Shared Services between Councils). The weather forecasting service provides routine meteorological reporting, severe weather alerts, and specialist forecasting to support operational planning and daily action during the Winter period.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=831680
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- http://www.scotborders.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831680
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=831680

## Provenance

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