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Sea Wall Repairs

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

08 May 2025 at 13:37

Award

10 Apr 2025 at 12:53

Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, a sub-central government public authority located in Southampton, United Kingdom, has successfully completed the procurement process for sea wall repairs at its premises. The contract, titled "Sea Wall Repairs," falls under the works category and involves quayside wall and pontoon repairs. The direct procurement method was utilised, awarded to Seawork Marine Services, the preferred supplier by Associated British Ports. Key dates include contract signing on 8th May 2025, with the project scheduled to run from 13th August to 12th September 2025. The contract, valued at £88,800, emphasises compliance with maritime, environmental, and structural safety regulations.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and engineering, particularly those with expertise in maritime and environmental compliance. The procurement process demonstrates a favourable environment for suppliers with niche skills and experience in sea wall construction. Given the direct procurement approach used, small to medium-sized enterprises operating within the region and with similar capabilities could find similar opportunities in future tenders by the National Oceanography Centre. Engaging with such projects allows for growth and the establishment of a robust portfolio in specialised construction services.

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Notice Title

Sea Wall Repairs

Notice Description

The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) has awarded a contract the services of Sea Works Marine to undertake quayside wall and pontoon repairs at NOC's Southampton site. As a tenant of Associated British Ports (ABP), NOC is obliged to use the services of SeaWork Marine Ltd as they are ABP's preferred/nominated supplier for such works. The repair work must comply with maritime, environmental, and structural safety regulations. Seawork Marine Services has prior experience and has successfully delivered similar projects, ensuring adherence to health, safety, and environmental guidelines Given the specialised nature of the project, time sensitivity, regulatory requirements, and supplier expertise, engaging the selected supplier provides the best value while mitigating risks associated with delays, compliance issues, and operational disruptions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0500a2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019766-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45243300 - Sea wall construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£88,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£88,800 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
noc_tenders@noc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 3ZH
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEAWORK MARINE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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