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Provison of a Micro CAT-ODO Sensors

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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16 Dec 2025 at 08:03

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by the National Oceanography Centre in the United Kingdom, focusing on the "Provision of Micro CAT-ODO Sensors," a tender categorised under surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic, and hydrological instruments. Located in Southampton, the Centre sought the supply of specialised sensors via a direct procurement method below threshold without competition. The award tagged on 16th December 2025 signifies the completion stage, with the contract active since 26th November 2025 and expected to run until 15th December 2026. This procurement was pivotal for oceanographic monitoring systems, requiring delivery to the Centre's bonded store and finalised under a legislative framework outlined in the UK Public General Acts 2023/54.

The tender presents significant business growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in oceanographic instruments due to the technical specifications and integration capabilities required. Planet Ocean Limited was awarded the contract as the supplier, underscoring prospects for businesses with expertise in manufacturing and supplying high-end, technically integrated oceanographic equipment. The specificity of goods needed ensures competitive advantage for businesses capable of providing tailored solutions to governmental and scientific bodies, enhancing their market position in public procurement sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provison of a Micro CAT-ODO Sensors

Notice Description

The NOC required the provision of six SBE 37-SMP-ODO MicroCAT sensors, each with titanium housing, integrated optical dissolved oxygen measurement, and optional pressure capability, for use in the Ellett Array and RAPID Array. These sensors were needed to ensure compatibility and technical integration with NOC's existing oceanographic monitoring systems. The goods included all necessary mounting hardware, cables, batteries, anti-foulant devices, and supporting software and documentation. Delivery was made to the National Oceanography Centre's bonded store. The sensors were only available through the appointed reseller due to the specific technical requirements and integration needs.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f62d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083099-2025
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

38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£127,883 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
26 Nov 2025 - 15 Dec 2026 1-2 years
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

Notice Documents

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