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Provision of a Density and Sound Velocity Meter

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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22 Jul 2025 at 14:17

Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, a sub-central government public authority based in Southampton, United Kingdom, recently completed a procurement process for the "Provision of a Density and Sound Velocity Meter." This tender was categorised under "Sound-measuring equipment" and was managed through a direct procurement method, specifically "Below threshold - without competition." The procurement has reached the "Award" stage, with the contract having been signed on 21 July 2025. The said equipment is intended for precise scientific measurements crucial for oceanographic studies, with delivery in the "UKJ32" region. The completion of the procurement aligns with the United Kingdom's legislative framework as per the legal basis 2023/54.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment manufacturing, particularly those developing high-precision instruments for oceanographic applications. The contracted company, Anton Paar Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Luton, demonstrates the potential for partnerships and growth in supplying advanced technological solutions to public authorities. Companies with products that align with niche scientific requirements and the ability to meet stringent technical specifications may find similar future tenders advantageous for expanding their market footprint.

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Notice Title

Provision of a Density and Sound Velocity Meter

Notice Description

To fully deliver our project, we are required to make very precise density and sound velocity measurements in a wide array of solutions with different ionic compositions. This will enable us to model the chemical composition and pH of seawater at a range of salinities, temperatures and pressure relevant to the ocean. The Anton paar DMA5001 was idenitified as a benchtop meter that met the requirements and specification of the project. The high accuracy is essential when measuring samples where small changes to density must be accurately measured.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0563f7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042080-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38434200 - Sound-measuring equipment

38434220 - Sound velocity analyzers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£32,991 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2026 6-12 months
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

ANTON PAAR

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