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Project Guppy

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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12 Nov 2025 at 13:31

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, a public authority operating under sub-central government in the United Kingdom, awarded a contract for "Project Guppy," which involves the refurbishment and reconfiguration of facilities at its Southampton location. Specifically, this includes the renovation of eight ground floor meeting rooms, breakout areas, and an external courtyard. The procurement process, under limited competition due to being below the threshold, reached the award stage with DM HABENS (THE BUILDER) LIMITED as the supplier. The contract, bearing an estimated value of £454,480.16, was signed on 12 November 2025 and is set to commence on 1 December 2025, with completion by 1 May 2026. The project's classification is primarily under refurbishment work within the construction industry category.

This contract creates significant opportunities for businesses in the building and construction sector, specifically those specializing in refurbishment works. Given the scale of engagements, it is ideally suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of handling complex refurbishments, including mechanical, electrical, and structural modifications. Companies with robust project management capabilities or specializations in refurbishing public sector facilities may find similar future projects from the National Oceanography Centre a stimulating avenue for growth. Additionally, firms with experience in competitive but limited procurement processes may find opportunities within these scopes rewarding in both fiscal and reputational terms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project Guppy

Notice Description

This contract is for the Refurbishment and Reconfiguration of Eight Ground Floor Meeting Rooms, Breakout Areas, and External Courtyard at the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), Southampton. Scope of Works: The contract comprises the internal refurbishment and reconfiguration of eight ground floor meeting rooms, associated breakout areas, and the external courtyard. The works will include, but are not limited to: - Full replacement of ceilings in all designated areas - Installation of new internal partitions - Replacement of end-of-life double glazed window units - Replacement of fire doors and associated fire-stopping measures - All related mechanical and electrical installations - All associated builders' works required to complete the refurbishment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05df9a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073189-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£454,480 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 1 May 2026 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
Additional Buyers

MACE CONSULT LIMITED

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
noc_tenders@noc.ac.uk, opportunities@macegroup.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 3ZH
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Coleman Street
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DM HABENS (THE BUILDER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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