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Modifications to ubuntu to work on the IMX8 processor as part of MMS on ALR

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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20 Aug 2025 at 08:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the National Oceanography Centre focuses on modifying software to work on the IMX8 processor for the Mission Management System used on Autonomous Long Range (ALR) vehicles. This falls under the software programming and consultancy services industry category. Located in Southampton, UK, the National Oceanography Centre acted as the buyer in this direct procurement method, concluding the contract on 20th August 2025 with a completion date set for 12th November 2025. The procurement was below the threshold, executed without competition, and classified under public authority sub-central government.

This tender provides significant opportunities for companies skilled in software programming and consultancy services, particularly those familiar with Ubuntu and processor modifications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as THE GOOD PENGUIN LTD, can benefit from such contracts, allowing them to leverage existing expertise in software enhancement. Businesses that focus on innovation and software upgrades are well positioned to secure similar contracts, effectively supporting technological advancement within governmental projects. The collaboration with the National Oceanography Centre can help elevate a company's profile within the public sector by contributing to significant infrastructure projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Modifications to ubuntu to work on the IMX8 processor as part of MMS on ALR

Notice Description

A toolchain along with modified version of ubuntu to work on the IMX8 processor has previously been procured and selected for use the on the Mission Management System (MMS) used on ALR. Building from this product we now require to upgrade to the latest supported ubuntu (24.04) along with several different feature updates to support the vehicle. As these are building on existing software, NOC intends to utilise the same supplier to create most reliable & consistent outcome.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058af1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050025-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
19 Aug 2025 - 12 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

THE GOOD PENGUIN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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