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Provision of Hydrographic PH Sensors

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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27 Oct 2025 at 15:28

Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre located in Southampton, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Hydrographic PH Sensors," intended for use in hydrographic studies. This procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically hydrographic instruments. The procurement method was direct, executed below threshold without competition. The contract was signed on 3rd October 2025 with Planet Ocean Limited, a supplier based in Camberley, with the contract period extending until 2nd October 2026. The total contract value is USD 41,444.22. The award was finalized on 27th October 2025, and the SeapHox 2 instrument was selected as the compatible solution for the Centre's existing systems.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses specializing in the production and supply of scientific instruments, particularly those that can provide high-quality hydrographic sensors compatible with existing technological systems. SMEs like Planet Ocean Limited, which demonstrate expertise in oceanographic equipment and can ensure product compatibility, are well-suited to compete in such tenders. These contracts provide a platform for growth by expanding their market footprint within the public sector and bolstering their reputation as reliable suppliers of niche scientific instrumentation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Hydrographic PH Sensors

Notice Description

The NOC requires the provision of an integrated PH sensor unit that is compatible with our existing solutions and engineering specifications. The SeapHox 2 instrument is identified as a solution meeting this requirement. It incorporates temperature and salinity sensors for automated in situ pH data conversion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d471
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068653-2025
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38292000 - Hydrographic instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,536 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Oct 20251 months ago
Contract Period
2 Oct 2025 - 2 Oct 2026 6-12 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

PLANET OCEAN

Further Information

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