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UKRI-4848 PROVOR CTS 5 BGC-ARGO Bio optical profiling floats

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

ContractTermination

19 Nov 2025 at 16:55

ContractAmendment

19 Nov 2025 at 11:00

Award

30 Apr 2025 at 07:57

Award

04 Apr 2025 at 14:34

Award

19 Mar 2025 at 15:34

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) undertook a procurement process titled "UKRI-4848 PROVOR CTS 5 BGC-ARGO Bio optical profiling floats" with an emphasis on supplying specialised oceanographic instruments to the British Antarctic Survey in Cambridge. Based in Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI operates as a central government public authority. The procurement began through a direct award method, highlighting a need for continuity in technical procurement. The contract, ultimately completed, involved complex logistical elements resulting in adjustments due to export shipping delays, but was initially executed with a total contract value of approximately £136,671.39 GBP. This contract was awarded to NKE Instrumentation, a large scale supplier based in France, and was active until 30th September 2025.

This procurement creates a valuable opportunity for businesses operating within the surveying and oceanographic instrumentation sector to secure government contracts, particularly in specialised scientific equipment. Firms experienced in international procurement and logistical support, especially those capable of quick adaptation to unforeseen circumstances, would be well-suited for such opportunities. Additionally, there's potential growth for suppliers who can scale operations effectively for large and technically precise projects, thereby enhancing their reputation and business prospects in both domestic and international markets.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4848 PROVOR CTS 5 BGC-ARGO Bio optical profiling floats

Notice Description

Supply of PROVOR CTS 5 BGC-ARGO Bio optical profiling floats to British Antarctic survey, Cambridge To view this notice, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=941842172

Procurement Information

Supply of additional PROVOR CTS 5 BGC-BIO ARGO Optical profiling floats

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ef31
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075414-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£136,671 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£136,671 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 23 Oct 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Terminated

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Additional Buyers

MISSING

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

Contact Name
NERC Procurement
Contact Email
nercprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
01793442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NKE INSTRUMENTATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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