Tender Details

Country: United Kingdom
Summary: Weather Forecast Information Services
GBT Ref No: 103993322
Deadline: 08 Aug 2024
Financier: Self Financed
Purchaser Ownership: Government
Tender Value: Refer Document
Notice Type: Tender
Document Ref. No.: tender_441712/1367079
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Description:
Road weather forecasts are required to support Regional Operation Centre decision makers to mitigate the effects of severe weather on the Strategic Road Network (SRN) as far as practicable. National Highways commitments that aims to keep the SRN free from snow and ice, leading to:
- A reduction in winter accidents;
- Maintaining mobility in winter weather; and
- Fulfilment of the Secretary of State obligations as the Highway Authority.
The forecast information supports the following activities:
- decisions to deploy the gritter fleet that spread de-icing materials to prevent ice formation;
- the removal of snow;
- operational resilience planning and preparation;
- planning and implementing operational interventions such as speed restrictions, height restrictions or lane closures to maintain safety during severe weather events; &
- informing customers and stakeholders of potential severe weather events affecting the network, such as high winds and ice or snow.

Scope of Services:
1. National Forecast Service: Lot 1
Provide detailed weather forecasts from October to April.
Supply embedded forecasters at the National Traffic Operations Centre (NTOC).
2. Area Forecasting Service: Lot 2
Support winter maintenance decisions across various regions.
Aid in the deployment of gritter fleets for de-icing and snow removal operations.
Assist in strategic planning to maintain road safety and mobility during severe we...
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Weather Forecast Information Services - Greatbritain Tender

The NATIONAL HIGHWAYS, a Government sector organization in United Kingdom, has announced a new tender for Weather Forecast Information Services. This tender is published on GreatbritainTenders under GBT Ref No: 103993322 and is categorized as a Tender. Interested and eligible suppliers are invited to participate by reviewing the tender documents and submitting their bids before the deadline on 2024-08-08.

The estimated tender value is Refer Document, and full details, including technical specifications and submission requirements, are provided in the official tender documents. Ensure all submissions meet the criteria outlined to be considered for evaluation.